Creamy Saffron Mussels Recipe

Name: Creamy Saffron Mussels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 shallots, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 250 ml white wine; 250 ml single cream (half and half); 1 pinch saffron thread (I'd approximate that I use about 1/3 tsp); ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional); 2 kg fresh mussels, cleaned and beards removed; extra chopped parsley, to serve

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
250 ml white wine
250 ml single cream (half and half)
1 pinch saffron thread (I'd approximate that I use about 1/3 tsp)
½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
2 kg fresh mussels, cleaned and beards removed
extra chopped parsley, to serve

1
Place a large saucepan or wok over a medium heat.
2
Add the olive oil, shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until the shallots have softened.
3
Add the parsley, white wine, single cream, saffron and cumin.
4
Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
5
Add the mussels and increase the heat to high.
6
Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 4-5 minutes, giving the saucepan an occasional shake to help the mussels release their flavour.
7
Uncover and stir well.
8
As the mussels open, remove them to two deep serving bowls.
9
Discard any that haven't opened after 5 minutes.
10
Boil the broth for 2 minutes, season to taste, then pour over the mussels.
11
Sprinkle with extra chopped parsley and serve immediately.
12
Serve with crusty bread to mop up the delicious creamy broth.

360

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 shallots, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Creamy Saffron Mussels falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Saffron Mussels

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