Fresh Mussels Steamed Open in Wine and Flavorings Recipe

Name: Fresh Mussels Steamed Open in Wine and Flavorings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups of light, dry white wine or 1 cup dry white vermouth; 1/2 cup minced shallots, or green onions, or very finely minced onions; 8 parsley sprigs; 1/2 bay leaf; 1/4 tsp thyme; 1/8 tsp pepper; 6 Tb butter; 6 quarts scrubbed, soaked mussels (see Notes); 1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley; An 8- to 10-quart enameled kettle with cover

Servings: persons

2 cups of light, dry white wine or 1 cup dry white vermouth
1/2 cup minced shallots, or green onions, or very finely minced onions
8 parsley sprigs
1/2 bay leaf
1/4 tsp thyme
1/8 tsp pepper
6 Tb butter
6 quarts scrubbed, soaked mussels (see Notes)
1/2 cup roughly chopped parsley
An 8- to 10-quart enameled kettle with cover

1
Bring the wine to the boil in the kettle with the rest of the ingredients listed.
2
Boil for 2 to 3 minutes to evaporate its alcohol and to reduce its volume slightly.
3
Add the mussels to the kettle.
4
Cover tightly and boil quickly over high heat.
5
Frequently grasp the kettle with both hands, your thumbs clamped to the cover, and toss the mussels in the kettle with an up and down slightly jerky motion so the mussels will change levels and cook evenly.
6
In about 5 minutes the shells will swing open and the mussels are done.
7
With a big skimmer, dip the mussels into wide soup plates.
8
Allow the cooking liquid to settle for a moment so any sand will sink to the bottom.
9
Then ladle the liquid over the mussels, sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

1171

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups of light, dry white wine or 1 cup dry white vermouth, 1/2 cup minced shallots, or green onions, or very finely minced onions, 8 parsley sprigs, 1/2 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Fresh Mussels Steamed Open in Wine and Flavorings 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.

Fresh Mussels Steamed Open in Wine and Flavorings

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