BILLI BI (CREAM OF MUSSELS SOUP)

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Shellfish     Stew     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds mussels
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 cup white wine
1 teaspoon saffron threads
4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, minced
5 tablespoons flour
5 cups Fish Broth (or bottled clam juice)
Sachet: 5-6 parsley stems, 6-8 black peppercorns, 1 sprig fresh
or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf enclosed in a large
teaball or tied in a cheesecloth pouch
1 egg yolk
1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground white pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Pull the beards from the mussels. Scrub the mussels well under cold running water. Set aside. Combine the shallots, wine, and saffron threads in a pot large enough to hold the mussels. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Add the mussels, cover the pot tightly, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook the mussels for 5-6 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally. Remove the mussels from the pot as their shells open. Remove the meat from the shells; refrigerate. Strain the cooking liquid and reserve. Heat the butter in a 3-quart pot over medium heat. Add the onion and stir to coat evenly. Cover the pot and cook the onion until translucent, 3-4 minutes. Add the flour and cook, 3-4 minutes, stirring almost constantly with a wooden spoon. Gradually add the mussel cooking liquid and fish broth, using a whisk to work out any lumps after each addition. Add the sachet and bring to a simmer. Simmer gently, 45 minutes, stirring occasionally and skimming as necessary. Discard the sachet. Strain the soup through cheesecloth or a fine sieve. Return the soup to the stove and bring to a simmer. Make a liaison by blending the egg yolk with the cream in a bowl. Stir in about 1 cup of the hot soup, then stir the heated liaison mixture into the soup. Simmer, 3 minutes. Add the mussel meat to the soup and simmer until the mussels are heated through. Adjust the seasoning. Serve in heated bowls.

Zaiooda
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This soup is amazing! The mussels are cooked perfectly and the broth is creamy and flavorful. I love the addition of white wine and fresh herbs. It's the perfect soup for a special occasion. Will definitely be making this again!


farry farry
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. The mussels are cooked perfectly and the broth is creamy and flavorful. I added a little extra garlic and red pepper flakes for a bit of a kick. It was the perfect soup for a cold night. Will definitely be mak


Ilyaas Ali
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This soup is a must-try for seafood lovers! The combination of mussels, cream, and white wine creates a rich and flavorful broth that is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The mussels were cooked to perfec


Vimla Lokenauth
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I'm a big fan of mussels and I'm always looking for new ways to cook them. This recipe is a great one! The soup is creamy and flavorful, and the mussels are cooked perfectly. I added a little extra white wine and it really made the soup pop. I served


Shondell Murillo
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover mussels. I had some leftover mussels from a seafood boil and I decided to make this soup. It was delicious! The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I served it with a side


Louie Thomson
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was creamy and flavorful, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I added a little extra garlic and red pepper flakes for a bit of a kick. It was the perfect soup f


Godfrey Nsubuga
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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of mussels, cream, and white wine. The broth is so flavorful and the mussels are cooked perfectly. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it


idowu christiana
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I'm not a huge fan of mussels, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The soup was delicious and the mussels were cooked perfectly. The broth was creamy and flavorful, and the addition of white wine and fresh herbs really made i


Md RONE
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This soup is a winner! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The mussels are always cooked perfectly and the broth is so rich and flavorful. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze. I usually serve it with a side of cr


Ifeanyi victor
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The soup was surprisingly easy to make and the results were amazing. The mussels were plump and juicy, and the broth was creamy and flavorful. I added a little extra garlic and r


Megan Olivas
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This Billi Bi Cream of Mussels Soup is a must-try for seafood lovers! The combination of mussels, cream, and white wine creates a rich and flavorful broth that is simply irresistible. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The mus