Green Mussels Recipe
Green-lipped mussels are not only beautiful, but also easy to prepare. Plump and flavorful, they cook quickly and are perfect for both appetizers and main courses. In this green mussels recipe, we've seasoned New Zealand green mussels with a simple combination of garlic, shallots, wine, and butter.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green-lipped New Zealand Mussels
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves finely minced or pressed
- 2 shallots or 1 small yellow onion peeled and coarsely chopped
- ½ cup white wine, champagne, or prosecco
- ¾ cup chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 lemons for serving
Instructions
- To thaw the mussels, transfer them from the freezer to the refrigerator and let them sit overnight. If you're short on time, place them in a large bowl of cold water, changing the water every 15 minutes; they should be ready in about 30 minutes. Once thawed, pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add shallots (or a diced yellow onion) and garlic, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until the shallots are soft and fragrant.
- Add butter, parsley, and wine, cooking for an additional minute. Add the mussels, raise the heat to high, and cover the skillet tightly. Cook for approximately 8 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally.
- Transfer the cooked mussels to a serving bowl. Season the broth with salt and pepper, then pour it over the mussels. Garnish with parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
Top Tips:
- If you have prosecco or champagne, it can be used in place of the wine.
- To use whole mussels instead of half shell, cook the mussels in a 6 or 8-quart pot, not a skillet, so they have room to open.
- For an alcohol-free dish, substitute water mixed with the juice of one lemon for the wine.
Nutrition
Calories: 488.5kcalCarbohydrates: 27.8gProtein: 30.5gTotal Fat: 25.4gSaturated Fat: 6.6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 79.8mgSodium: 800.7mgPotassium: 1166mgFiber: 4.7gSugar: 5.5gNet Carbohydrates: 23.1g
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