Recipe Name: The Cannery’s Mussels 🍽️
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Description: Transport yourself back to the flavors of 1979 with this delectable recipe inspired by a cherished postcard from The Cannery in Vancouver BC. Though the restaurant’s existence may be a mystery today, its culinary legacy lives on in these tantalizing mussels, perfect as either an appetizer or a hearty main course for two. 🕵️♂️💼
Recipe Category: Mussels
Keywords: Canadian, < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 283.4
- Fat Content: 17.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 78.3mg
- Sodium Content: 492.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 7.2g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0.2g
- Protein Content: 20.6g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | canola oil |
| 1 1/2 | cups dry white wine |
| 1/3 | cup diced prosciutto |
| 1 | lemon, zest of |
| 1/2 | teaspoon saffron |
| 1 | tablespoon unsalted butter |
| 3 | tablespoons heavy cream |
| 2 | pounds fresh mussels |
| Salt and pepper to taste | |
| Great bread for serving |
Instructions:
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Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat up the canola oil over medium-high heat. 🍳
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Add Mussels and Wine: Once the oil is heated, add the fresh mussels to the skillet, then pour in the dry white wine, allowing it to mingle with the mussels. 🍷
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Steam the Mussels: Cover the skillet and steam the mussels just until they open up, releasing their briny goodness. This should only take a few minutes. 🔥
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Infuse with Flavor: Remove the cover and sprinkle in the diced prosciutto, lemon zest, and saffron, infusing the mussels with layers of savory and aromatic flavors. 🍋🌿
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Add Cream and Butter: Stir in both the heavy cream and unsalted butter, allowing them to meld with the wine and create a luscious sauce. Cook until the liquid reduces and the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to ensure even distribution of flavors. 🥛🧈
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Plate and Serve: Using a slotted spoon, carefully transfer the mussels to warmed soup plates, ensuring each serving is brimming with deliciousness. If serving as a main course, divide the mussels between two plates.
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Season and Garnish: Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper to your liking. Then, pour the flavorful sauce over the mussels, allowing them to bask in their decadent bath. Serve with slices of great bread for dunking and savoring every last drop of sauce. 🥖🍲
Enjoy the nostalgic taste of The Cannery’s Mussels, a dish that transcends time and evokes memories of a bygone era with every savory bite! 🌊🐚
