steamed mussels recipes
steamed them with white wine, then topped them with this fresh sauce, which adds brightness and tons of flavor. to make the BEST tasting steamed mussels!
Servings: 4
Calories: 205kcal
Equipment
- pot
Ingredients
- For the sauce:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- For the mussels:
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh live mussels
- 1/2 cup white wine use broth for whole30
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Holding mussels under cool running water, scrub with a stiff sponge or vegetable brush, then debeard: grip the tough fibers extending from the shell and pull to remove. Discard beards.
- Combine all the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well.
- Place 1/2 cups of water and 1/2 cup of white wine in a large pot and bring to boil. Add the mussels, cover, and steam until the mussels all open, 5 to 6 minutes. drain water and divide.
- Sprinkle with parsley, red onion, salt, and all the sauce. Serve with crusty bread slices, if desired.
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Notes
Cook mussels for 5 to 6minutes, until they open. Discard any that do not open.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 349mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 511IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 4mg