STEAMED MUSSELS PROVENCAL

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

3 cups shrimp heads and shells
2 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup onions, medium dice
1 teaspoon saffron threads, chopped after measured
2 cups white wine
3 to 4 stems each, tarragon and parsley
Water to cover
2 small spicy red peppers
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 shrimp broth
1 egg yolk*
1/2 cup peanut oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
Table salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup carrots, fine julienne
1/2 cup slivers of fennel
1/2 cup long thin slices of leeks
Remaining broth
4 dozen mussels, rope line, washed and beard removed
1/2 cup tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon each, roughly chopped, parsley, tarragon, chive, and thyme
2 tablespoons butter
Grilled sour dough bread

Steps:

  • Broth: In a medium sauce pan, slowly roast 3 cups of shrimp heads and shells in a small amount of oil until crisp and fragrant. Add all ingredients except water. Reduce by 1/4 and add water to cover the shells by 1-inch. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes. Strain, chill, and reserve.
  • Rouille: Combine the first 5 ingredients in a bowl of a food processor and process until foamy, slowly drizzle in the oil until thick, season. You want this thick enough to dollop.
  • Mussels: Place the carrots, fennel and leeks in a medium sauce pan with the saffron broth and the mussels. Cover and steam for 2 minutes or until the mussels have opened (discard any unopened mussels.) Remove mussels and divide among 4 service bowls. Add the tomatoes to the vegetables along with the herbs. Reduce for 4 minutes. Mount in the butter and season. Top each bowl of mussels with vegetables and broth. Mound with a generous dollop of rouille and serve with grilled bread.

Prakash Bista
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Kn Kebabonye
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This recipe was a waste of time and money. The mussels were tough and the sauce was flavorless.


as tusherer
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The mussels were gritty. I would recommend cleaning them more thoroughly before cooking.


Lethu Cele
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The sauce was too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices.


Buzzfeed Official
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I followed the recipe exactly and the mussels were overcooked. I would recommend cooking the mussels for less time.


Trinnea Venible
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Braylee Drake
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I'm not a big fan of mussels, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Edith Gonzalez
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This recipe is a keeper! The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine.


Lefa Makhanye
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The mussels are always tender and juicy and the sauce is amazing.


Try hard
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy seafood meal.


RJ RONI BISWAS
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I love this recipe! The mussels are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.


Muhammad Arsalan Khan
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Delicious!


rhonda bowers
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This recipe was easy to follow and the mussels turned out great. The sauce was flavorful and the mussels were tender and juicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rana Kashif
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of mussels, but I'm so glad I did. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Rozi Muhammad
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This is my new favorite mussel recipe. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so delicious. I served it with some pasta and it was a perfect meal.


Palesa Mosaola
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I love mussels and this recipe did not disappoint. The mussels were plump and juicy and the sauce was flavorful and aromatic. I will definitely be making this again.


Kellie Horton
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This dish was so easy to make and it tasted like it came from a fancy restaurant. The mussels were cooked to perfection and the sauce was divine. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mike Kyes
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I've never cooked mussels before, but this recipe made it easy. The mussels turned out perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it with some crusty bread for dipping and it was a hit!


Diane Kerchmar
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These steamed mussels Provencal were absolutely delicious! The broth was flavorful and the mussels were tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.