Mussels Sailor Style (Moules Mariniere)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

15 min

10 min

25 min

Easy

	2 lbs fresh mussels
	2 1/2 ounces butter
	4 shallots ( or small onions )
	2 garlic cloves , crushed
	12 ounces dry white wine
	1 bouquet garni ( small piece of celery , small slice of carrot , sprig of fresh parsley , bay leaf tied together with co )
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
	2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

259

Sugar

Fat

13g

1.	Rinse the mussels well under cold water, removing any beards or barnacles.
2.	Melt the butter in a pot and add the shallots until they are soft but not brown.
3.	Add garlic and stir until fragrant.
4.	Add the white wine and bouquet garni to the pot and bring to a boil.
5.	Add the mussels to the pot and cover with a lid.
6.	Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the mussels are fully opened.
7.	Discard any mussels that did not open during cooking.
8.	Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
9.	Serve with fresh baguette or fries.

Mussels are affordable and a low-fat source of protein and vitamins.

The dish is quick to make and full of flavor.

It’s a great meal to share with friends and family.

Mussels are a common allergen, so not suitable for everyone.

They can absorb toxins and bacteria from the water they live in, so it’s important to buy mussels from trusted sources.

Not everyone enjoys the texture and taste of mussels.

Mussels are a good source of iron, vitamin B12, and selenium.
This dish is low in fat and calories and high in protein and other nutrients.