Mussels with Creme Fraiche, Jalapenos and Cilantro

Name: Mussels with Creme Fraiche, Jalapenos and Cilantro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 thick slices of white peasant bread; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 2 garlic cloves1 left whole, 1 thinly sliced; 1 medium shallot, minced; 2 tablespoons thinly sliced pickled jalapenos; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 pounds mussels, scrubbed; 1 1/2 cups bottled clam broth; 1/3 cup creme fraiche; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice

Servings: persons

4 thick slices of white peasant bread
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
2 garlic cloves1 left whole, 1 thinly sliced
1 medium shallot, minced
2 tablespoons thinly sliced pickled jalapenos
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 pounds mussels, scrubbed
1 1/2 cups bottled clam broth
1/3 cup creme fraiche
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Brush the bread with olive oil and transfer to a baking sheet.
3
Broil the bread a few inches from the heat, turning once, for 2 minutes, until golden and toasted.
4
Lightly rub the whole garlic clove over the toasts.
5
In a large, deep pot, heat the 1/4 cup of olive oil.
6
Add the shallot, sliced garlic and jalapenos, season lightly with salt and pepper and cook over high heat, stirring, until the garlic is softened and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
7
Add the mussels and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
8
Add the clam broth, cover and steam the mussels until they open, about 5 minutes.
9
Remove from the heat.
10
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mussels to 4 deep bowls, discarding any mussels that do not open.
11
Add the creme fraiche and cilantro to the broth, swirling and shaking the pot until combined.
12
Stir in the lime juice.
13
Slowly pour the broth over the mussels, stopping before you reach the grit at the bottom of the pot.
14
Serve the mussels with the garlic toasts.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 thick slices of white peasant bread, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing, 2 garlic cloves1 left whole, 1 thinly sliced, 1 medium shallot, minced, and more.

Yes, Mussels with Creme Fraiche, Jalapenos and Cilantro 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!