Moules Marinières
Make Moules Marinières, a French lunch recipe with fresh mussels, butter, shallots, finely diced. It has about 20 min, about 400 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Moules Marinières is a French lunch recipe that takes about 20 min, makes 2 servings, has about 400 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonMoules Marinières ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh mussels
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 medium shallots, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- as needed crusty bread or frites, for serving
How to make Moules Marinières
- Thoroughly clean the fresh mussels: Scrub them under cold running water with a stiff brush to remove any grit. Remove any 'beards' (fibrous strands) by pulling them firmly towards the hinge of the mussel. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped firmly, as well as any with broken shells.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 2 finely diced shallots to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent but not browned.
- Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in 1 cup of dry white wine, increase the heat to high, and bring the liquid to a rapid boil. Scrape the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to deglaze and release any browned bits.
- Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover tightly with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
- Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, and 1/4 cup of fresh chopped parsley. If desired, gently stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream for a richer sauce.
- Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the Moules Marinières immediately in large bowls, ensuring each serving has plenty of the flavorful broth. Provide crusty bread or frites for dipping into the delicious sauce.
Moules Marinières FAQ
How do I make Moules Marinières?
Make Moules Marinières by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Moules Marinières?
The main ingredients include fresh mussels, butter, shallots, finely diced, garlic, minced, dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc). The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Moules Marinières take?
This recipe takes about 20 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Moules Marinières?
Recipe Genius estimates about 400 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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