Mussels in White Wine Sauce
Description: Dive into the exquisite flavors of this delectable Mussels in White Wine Sauce recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com. It’s a culinary adventure that combines the delicate brininess of mussels with the aromatic richness of a white wine sauce, creating a dish that’s perfect for lunch or as a satisfying snack. With a total time of just 50 minutes, including both prep and cook time, this recipe is a quick and easy way to indulge in gourmet flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍽️
Keywords: Mussels, Grains, Fruit, Vegetable, < 60 Mins, Oven, Stove Top 🥬🍤🍷
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 638.4
- Fat Content: 43.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 145.1mg
- Sodium Content: 966.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.8g
- Fiber Content: 0.9g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 37.5g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Mussels |
| 2 tbsp | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 | Yellow onions |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 2 tbsp | Pernod |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh basil |
| 1-2 | Fresh lemon juice |
| 1/2 cup | Dry white wine |
| 3/4 tsp | Kosher salt |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
Recipe Instructions:
Lemon Butter Sauce:
- To clarify butter: Start by melting half a stick of butter over low heat.
- Once melted, remove the butter from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the milk solids to settle at the bottom.
- Skim off the clear (clarified) butter from the top, leaving behind the sediment. This step can be done in advance.
- For the sauce, heat the clarified butter in a pan and add finely chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until they turn transparent.
- Pour in the fresh lemon juice and dry white wine, then season with kosher salt and white pepper to taste.
- Allow the mixture to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
- Remove the pan from the heat and gradually swirl in cold butter until the sauce becomes smooth and emulsified.
Mussels:
- Begin by soaking the mussels in cold water for several minutes. Then, scrub them with a stiff brush to remove any grit or debris.
- Remove the beard from each mussel, either by using a sharp knife or pulling it off with a damp cloth.
- Rinse the mussels once again under cold water to ensure they are clean.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mussels to the pan.
- Cover the skillet with another pan or lid and cook for about 2 minutes until the shells start to open.
- Remove the top skillet, then add diced onion and minced garlic to the mussels. Toss them gently.
- Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional minute.
- Remove the lid and add Pernod, fresh basil, lemon juice, and the prepared lemon butter sauce to the skillet.
- Return the skillet to the heat for 30 to 45 seconds, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Discard any mussels that did not open during cooking.
- Serve the mussels in a deep bowl, ensuring to spoon plenty of the aromatic white wine sauce over the top.
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Mussels in White Wine Sauce recipe, perfect for a cozy lunch or a delightful snack. Enjoy the tender mussels bathed in a luxurious sauce, infused with the essence of garlic, lemon, and white wine. It’s a culinary masterpiece that’s sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more! 🍲🍋🍷
