Mussels

Mussels
  • Author: Rick Stein

A deliciously fragrant dish, Beer-Steamed Mussels boast tender morsels of shellfish infused with the bold flavors of shallots, garlic, and aromatic beer. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a special meal. Serve it alongside crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth, and enjoy each succulent bite of these delectable mussels.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1-2 shallots
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1kg/2¼lb mussels
  • 1 bottle beer
  • 2-3 tbsp finely chopped, parsley

Instructions

  • Heat a large, lidded saucepan and add the olive oil.
  • Add the shallots and garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Add the mussels and pour in the beer. Mix through, turn up the heat and put the lid on.
  • Cook, shaking the pan every now and again until all the mussels have opened and are cooked. Remove any mussels that remain closed.
  • Spoon into serving bowls with the juices, sprinkle with parsley and serve with rustic bread.

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Cook Time

30M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 2