Mussels cooked in white wine and garlic
- For 4 people
- Preparation time : 30 minutes
- Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2
Ingredients
- Mussels
- Fresh mussels : 2 pounds
- Dry white wine : 1 cup
- Garlic cloves : 4 cloves
- Butter : 2 tablespoons
- Fresh parsley (chopped) : 2 tablespoons
- Salt : 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon
- Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon teaspoon
Steps
- Clean and Prepare Mussels
- Rinse the mussels under cold water, removing any dirt or debris.
- Discard any mussels with broken shells or that do not close when tapped.
- Remove the beards (fibrous threads) from the mussels by pulling them towards the hinge of the shell.
- Cook the Mussels
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer.
- Add the mussels to the pot and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
- Season and Serve
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper over the cooked mussels.
- Gently stir to combine the flavors.
- Serve the mussels in bowls, pouring some of the cooking liquid over them.
- Enjoy with a side of low-carb vegetables or a salad.
Tips
- Serve the mussels with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
- Crusty low-carb bread can be served on the side for dipping into the flavorful broth.
Information
- This recipe is keto-friendly as it is low in carbohydrates and high in healthy fats from the butter.
- Mussels are a great source of protein and are low in calories, making them a nutritious choice for a ketogenic diet.
This recipe has been generated by an AI, six times: once for each language. So it's highly likely that you'll see differences between the versions. Enjoy!
Recipe created on January 23, 2024, with the assistance of gpt-3.5-turbo, published by Gribiche under their responsibility but without any culinary guarantee or even coherence.
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