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Mussels in White Wine Sauce

Mussels in White Wine Sauce: Quick Elegance for Any Occasion

Enjoy Mussels in White Wine Sauce, a quick and elegant dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mussels
  • 2 pounds Fresh Mussels Use the freshest mussels available; discard any that do not close after tapping.
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine A dry Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay adds depth.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced or sliced works beautifully.
  • 2 medium Shallots Can substitute with yellow onions.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Unsalted butter can be used for a richer taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional but recommended for added flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed; vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped; consider using tarragon or thyme.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mussels in White Wine Sauce
  1. Clean fresh mussels by rinsing under cold running water and scrubbing shells. Discard any that do not close after tapping.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots. Sauté until soft and translucent.
  3. Pour in the dry white wine, stirring to deglaze. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover tightly, and steam for 5-7 minutes until they are fully opened.
  5. Remove the opened mussels and stir in butter, lemon juice, and parsley into the broth. Adjust seasoning with black pepper.
  6. Pour the aromatic sauce over mussels and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Always choose fresh mussels; cook them the same day. Discard any that remain open after tapping for safety.

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