Drunken Mussels

Drunken Mussels
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    690

Dive into a pot of pure culinary delight with these Drunken Mussels. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a breathtakingly flavorful dish in mere minutes. Plump, juicy mussels are steamed in an aromatic, wine-infused broth, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delectable sauce.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    27 g
  • Cholesterol
    158 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    56 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    1411 mg
  • Fat
    22 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all your ingredients, ensuring the mussels are properly cleaned and any open ones that do not close when tapped are discarded. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a large stockpot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and let it sizzle gently for about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the lemon zest and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 45 seconds until fragrant. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour in the white wine and season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a rapid boil, then immediately add the cleaned mussels. Cover the pot tightly. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Shake the pot vigorously to distribute the mussels evenly. Let the mussels steam in the boiling wine broth for 1 minute. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Stir the mussels, replace the cover, and continue to steam for another 2-3 minutes, or until most of the shells have opened. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Cover the pot again and cook for an additional 1-3 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve the Drunken Mussels immediately in bowls, ladling the flavorful broth over them. Offer crusty bread for dipping and soaking up the delicious sauce.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of Pernod or another anise-flavored liqueur to the broth.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your desired level of spice.
Be sure to use a dry white wine for the best flavor. Avoid wines that are too sweet.
If you don't have fresh parsley, you can substitute with dried parsley, but use about half the amount.
Serve with a side of aioli for dipping.

Billy Parker

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 230 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Nicholaus Collins

    These mussels were amazing! The broth was so flavorful, and they were ready in no time.

  • Jennie Kirlin

    Easy to make and absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again!

  • Cordie Stanton

    I served it for a fancy dinner and it was a hit!

  • Henriette Bosco

    My family loved these mussels. I served them with crusty bread and a simple green salad.

  • Ray Schmeler

    I didn't have white wine so I used beer instead and it was great!

  • Oscar Russel

    I would recommend this recipe!

  • Elijah Mueller

    The recipe was easy to follow!

  • Tom Ward

    I added a pinch of saffron to the broth, and it took the dish to the next level!

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