Seasonal Seafood Mussels Recipe: Quick & Flavorful Delight
Enjoy this Seasonal Seafood Mussels recipe featuring tender mussels and a rich broth, perfect for a delightful dining experience.
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Mussels
- 2 pounds live mussels cleaned
For the Broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 medium shallots chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 cup dry white wine e.g. Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
- ½ cup heavy cream optional
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
For Serving
- 1 medium lemon cut into wedges
- 1 loaf baguette warm
Instructions
How to Make Seasonal Seafood Mussels
- Begin by melting butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and minced garlic, stirring gently until they soften and become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken stock and dry white wine, stirring to combine. Toss in the cleaned mussels, cover the pot tightly, and steam them for 6-10 minutes. They’re ready when they've opened fully—discard any that remain closed!
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the heavy cream and chopped parsley. Taste the broth and season with salt and black pepper to achieve the perfect balance.
- Spoon the mussels into large bowls, adding lemon wedges for a zesty touch. Serve with warm baguette on the side, perfect for dipping into that delicious broth.
Notes
Always buy live mussels and discard any that are open or damaged. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.