Steamed Garlic and Herb Mussels
Dive into the flavors of the sea with this recipe for Steamed Garlic and Herb Mussels, a quick and elegant dish perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in. Fresh mussels are gently steamed in a fragrant broth of dry white wine, garlic, and shallots, enriched with a touch of butter and seasoned with aromatic parsley and thyme. This one-pot wonder takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it a go-to option for seafood lovers seeking a gourmet experience with minimal effort. Serve these tender, briny mussels with a loaf of crusty bread to sop up the savory broth, making every bite a true celebration of flavor. Perfect for seafood appetizers or light meals, this recipe brings the taste of coastal dining right to your own table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 large Shallot
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 loaf Crusty bread
Instructions
Start by cleaning the mussels: Rinse them under cold water, removing any dirt or grit. Discard any mussels that are cracked or do not close when tapped.
Finely chop the garlic cloves and shallot. Set aside. Chop the parsley and thyme and reserve for garnish.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic and shallot to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until they become fragrant and slightly softened.
Pour in the white wine and bring it to a gentle simmer, cooking for about 2 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate and the flavors to meld.
Stir in the butter, salt, and black pepper until the butter is fully melted and incorporated into the broth.
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Steam for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally to ensure even cooking. The mussels are done when they have all opened; discard any that remain closed.
Remove the pot from heat and sprinkle the mussels with the fresh parsley and thyme.
Serve hot with crusty bread on the side to soak up the flavorful broth. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.7 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 6948 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.0 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 262.1 g | 524% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.4 mcg | 102% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 51.5 mg | 286% | |
| Potassium | 4289 mg | 91% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
