Fragrant Steamed Mussels In Vermouth With Herbs And Shallots Recipe

Name: Fragrant Steamed Mussels In Vermouth With Herbs And Shallots
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 kg fresh cleaned mussels; 150 ml vermouth; 500 ml dry white wine; 1 ounce butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove, peeled and finely minced; 2 -3 pink shallots, peeled and finely diced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley; salt; fresh ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 kg fresh cleaned mussels
150 ml vermouth
500 ml dry white wine
1 ounce butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely minced
2 -3 pink shallots, peeled and finely diced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
salt
fresh ground black pepper

1
Melt the butter with the olive oil in a very large saucepan (one that has a matching lid).
2
Add the finely minced garlic and pink shallots and cook over a gentle heat until they are soft but not coloured, for about 5 minutes.
3
Add the tarragon, parsley, salt and black pepper, sweat together for about 1 minute.
4
Add the vermouth and wine and then tip in the cleaned mussels - give them a good stir and then put the lid on the saucepan and turn up the heat.
5
Steam the mussels for about 2 to 8 minutes, this depends on the size of the mussels and if they are at room temperature or chilled; steam them until the shells have opened up.
6
Serve the mussels in a large bowl with the cooking liquor poured over the top, and discard any mussels that have not opened up.
7
Allow 500g per person for a main meal, with bread and frites.
8
Make sure there is a bowl on the table to collect the empty mussel shells, plus plenty of napkins!

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 kg fresh cleaned mussels, 150 ml vermouth, 500 ml dry white wine, 1 ounce butter, and more.

Yes, Fragrant Steamed Mussels In Vermouth With Herbs And Shallots 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.

Fragrant Steamed Mussels In Vermouth With Herbs And Shallots

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