Mussels Steamed With Fennel, Lovage and Cherry Toma

Name: Mussels Steamed With Fennel, Lovage and Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs mussels; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 12 fennel bulb, chopped; 2 shallots, thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground pepper; ½ cup packed lovage, leaves coarsely chopped (or 1/4 cup each parsley and celery leaves); ½ cup white wine

Servings: persons

1
Scrub mussels; discard any that do not close.
2
Set aside.
3
In Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook fennel, shallots and garlic, stirring occasionaly, until softened, about 4 minutes.
4
Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper; cook, stirring, just until tomatoes begin to break up, about 3 minutes.
5
Stir in lovage and wine; boil for 1 minute, scraping up browned bits.
6
Add mussels; cover and boil until mussels open, about 8 minutes.
7
Use slotted spoon, transfer mussels to deep bowl, discarding any that do not open.
8
Pour sauce over mussels.

125

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 lbs mussels, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 12 fennel bulb, chopped, 2 shallots, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Mussels Steamed With Fennel, Lovage and Cherry Tomatoes 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 Steamed With Fennel, Lovage and Cherry Tomatoes

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