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Mussels in White Wine Sauce

Mussels in White Wine Sauce for an Elegant Home Dinner

Enjoy smooth Mussels in White Wine Sauce that combines rich flavors in only 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 medium Shallots Substitute with onions if necessary.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic preferred, garlic powder can suffice.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust the quantity to taste or omit for a milder sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on taste.
  • 1 cup White Wine Choose a dry variety for the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best, bottled can work in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be a great substitute.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version.
For the Mussels
  • 2 pounds Frozen Mussels (thawed) Fresh mussels work too, ensure they're cleaned properly.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chives or basil can be great replacements.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Sauté Aromatics: Melt butter in a skillet, sauté shallots and garlic for 3-5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Season the Mixture: Add red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
  3. Create the Sauce Base: Pour in white wine, lemon juice and broth, simmer, then stir in cream and cook for 3 minutes.
  4. Add the Mussels: Add mussels evenly to the skillet, cover, and cook for 3 minutes until shells open.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Transfer mussels to bowls, drizzle sauce over, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure mussels are cleaned and discard any that remain closed after cooking. Serve with crusty bread for a delightful experience.

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