Steamin Mussels
Dive into a bowl of pure coastal comfort with "Steamin Mussels," a quick and elegant dish perfect for seafood lovers. This recipe combines tender, briny mussels with a fragrant broth infused with garlic, shallots, dry white wine, and fresh thyme. The savory base is enriched with a touch of butter and brightened by a sprinkle of parsley and fresh lemon juice, creating layers of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this impressive yet approachable dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the aromatic broth, and enjoy a restaurant-worthy experience at home. Keywords: Steamin Mussels, mussel recipe, steamed mussels, seafood dinner, garlic wine broth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 large Shallot
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1 cup Vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 whole Lemon wedges
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the mussels. Rinse them under cold water and scrub the shells with a stiff brush to remove any debris. Remove the beard (the fibrous threads sticking out from the shell) by pulling it firmly toward the hinge of the mussel. Discard any mussels that remain open after tapping them lightly, as they are not safe to eat.
Finely chop the garlic and shallot. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallot and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened, but not browned.
Add the white wine, vegetable or chicken stock, fresh thyme sprigs, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Turn the heat to high, add the cleaned mussels to the pot, and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Allow the mussels to steam for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot halfway through to ensure even cooking. The mussels are done when they open up fully. Discard any mussels that do not open.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the butter until it melts into the broth. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the mussels.
Transfer the mussels and their broth to a large serving dish and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Optionally, pair with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
576 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1470 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 55.0 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*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.
