Mussels Meuniere
Mussels Meuniere is a classic French dish that features fresh mussels cooked in a flavorful sauce made from butter, white wine, garlic, shallots, and fresh herbs. The dish is finished with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, making it a delightful and elegant seafood entrée.
Ingredients
- 2 oz butter
- ½ lemon , freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp garlic , chopped
- 1 whole shallot , sliced
- 1 oz fresh tarragon
- 4 oz white wine
- 2 oz clam juice
- ½ oz parsley , chopped
- 20 large black mussels
- salt and pepper , to taste
Wine Pairing
- White Blend
Instructions
- HEAT and melt butter in sauté pan. When butter is melted sauté the shallots and garlic.
- ADD tarragon, white wine and clam juice and bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
- ADD the mussels for 5 to 10 minutes or until the shells open.
- STIR in the chopped parsley and season with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- POUR mussels into a large bowl and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg
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