MUSSELS IN WINE BROTH
Never having cooked mussels before I saw this easy recipe. I served it to my guests who loved it. I found it so simple and yet they thought I had put so much time and effort into it! It worked a treat with raves from everyone! I use white wine but try to use a spicy one it makes the broth tastier.
Provided by Tisme
Categories Chowders
Time 25m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Just before cooking ~.
- Give the mussels a good scrub and rinse to remove any excess grit, make sure that they have already had their beards trimmed (if not then trim the beards with a pair of sharp scissors.) The mussels should be firmly closed. If any are open, give them a tap and see if they close. If they do not close, discard them.
- Using a large pot, melt the butter over a low heat. Add the shallots, garlic, chilie, and salt (optional.) Cook gently until the onions, garlic and chilie are softened. This could take up to 5 minutes or more. Be careful to watch closely at this stage making sure the butter or the onions do not start to brown. They must be translucent.
- Add the wine and zest and increase the heat. Boil until reduced by half. Doing this makes a rich broth. Add the mussels and season lightly with pepper. Stir and then cover the pot with a lid.
- After 2 minutes check the dish. Remove the mussels that have opened and transfer to serving bowl. Keep cooking the mussels in the pot still at a boil, removing them as they open. If there are any mussels that will not open discard them.
- Pour the broth over the bowl of mussels, sprinkle the dish with chopped parsley.
- Serve mussels in separate bowls with a good serving of broth, a wedge of lemon and a slice of thick crusty bread.
- NOTES.
- When you get the mussels home, remove them from any plastic and place the mussels in a bowl (this helps them to breathe.) Cover them with a clean, damp tea towel or cloth and refrigerate. Kept this way they should keep for two days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.5, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 137.2, Sodium 727.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 30.6
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Aaliyahisbored07
aaliyahisbored0771@hotmail.comDisappointed. The mussels were tough and the broth was bland. I won't be making this recipe again.
Hlumelo Hope Botha
botha-h@gmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the mussels turned out great! I was worried about overcooking them, but they were cooked perfectly. The broth was also very flavorful.
Gaming With Baized
baized_g@gmail.comThis was the first time I've ever cooked mussels and they turned out amazing! The broth was so flavorful and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Aleem Don007
daleem54@aol.comThe mussels were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.
Sky Samoten
samoten@gmail.comI made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the mussels and the broth. I will definitely be making this again.
Jamil Ahead
jamil77@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! The mussels were cooked to perfection and the broth was so flavorful. I served it with some roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.
Viper Grim
v90@hotmail.comNot bad! The mussels were cooked well, but the broth was a bit bland for my taste.
Rumman Ahmed
ahmed-rumman@yahoo.comThe mussels were a bit overcooked, but the broth was still delicious. I'll be sure to cook them for a shorter amount of time next time.
Ebony Kelly
kelly13@yahoo.comThis was my first time cooking mussels and they turned out great! I was a little nervous, but the recipe was easy to follow and the mussels were cooked perfectly.
Sayed Ahmad Sadat
a_sayed@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The mussels are always plump and juicy, and the broth is so flavorful. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.
Jasmine Adel
jasmine@gmail.comNot a fan of mussels, but my family loved them! They said the broth was especially tasty.
CHOPPA BAD VIBES
c@aol.comThe mussels were a bit gritty, but the broth was delicious. I think I'll try using a different type of mussel next time.
Nazish Mubashir
m-n81@gmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow and the mussels turned out great! I was surprised at how quickly they cooked. I will definitely be making this again.
Boyd Katebe
katebe27@gmail.comThese mussels were incredibly flavorful and juicy. The wine broth was rich and aromatic, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I served them with some crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.