Mussels In Irish Ale Recipe

Name: Mussels In Irish Ale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds mussels washed and the beards removed; 1 onion medium, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic peeled and crushed; 5 pieces pancetta sliced into pieces; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 bottle Irish ale; 4 tablespoons cream; 1/4 cup chopped parsley freshly; salt; freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Discard any mussels that are open before cooking and any that stay closed after cooking.
2
Place a large pot over a high heat and brown the pancetta pieces until just golden and sizzling. Add in a knob of butter, allow it to melt and then add the onion and garlic. Cook gently for three minutes until the onion is soft.
3
Add in the cider and allow to bubble away for a few minutes so all the flavours mingle in together. Tumble in the mussels, cover with a lid and allow them to steam for about four minutes until they open, making sure to give the pot a good shake once or twice during the cooking time.
4
Remove from the heat and stir in the cream and parsley and season with sea salt and ground black pepper.
5
Serve with some crusty bread to mop up the liquid!

121

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 3 pounds mussels washed and the beards removed, 1 onion medium, finely chopped, 3 cloves garlic peeled and crushed, 5 pieces pancetta sliced into pieces, and more.

Yes, Mussels In Irish Ale 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.

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Mussels In Irish Ale

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