Mussels In Herbed Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Mussels In Herbed Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 kg black mussels; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1/2 bunch spring onion, white potion only,chopped; 4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped; 750 ml dry white wine; 250 ml cream; black pepper, freshly ground; 2 medium tomatoes, diced; 1/4 cup fresh herb, coarsely chopped (eg parsley with marjoram or thyme and basil or dill)

Servings: persons

1
Remove beards and scrub mussels under cold running water.
2
Discard any that remain open after handling.
3
Put in a large bowl and refrigerate until needed[best if it is the same day!
4
Heat the oil in a wok, add onion, spring onions and garlic and stirfry gently for a few minutes.
5
Add wine, cream, lots of black pepper and tomatoes.
6
Bring to the boil, add the mussels and cover with a large lid.
7
Shake of stir the mussels around a couple of times until they open[about 5 minutes].
8
Transfer mussels to a large bowl, leaving the cream sauce in the wok.
9
Boil the sauce with the lid off over a high heat until reduced by half.
10
Add herbs, then pour sauce over the mussels.
11
Serve in shallow soup plates with thick slices of crusty bread to mop up the cream sauce.

275

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 kg black mussels, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped, 1/2 bunch spring onion, white potion only,chopped, and more.

Yes, Mussels In Herbed Cream Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mussels In Herbed Cream Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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