Steamed Mussels With Leeks, Thyme & Bacon
A delightful seafood dish with plump mussels, smoky bacon, and flavorful leeks, all brought together in a delicious cider-infused broth. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family. Serve with crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices and enjoy the rich and savory flavors in every bite.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 750g mussels
- 25g butter
- 6 rashers smoked streaky bacon , chopped into small pieces
- 2 small leeks , sliced on the diagonal
- handful thyme sprigs
- small glass cider or white wine
Instructions
- Scrub and de-beard the mussels. Heat half the butter in a pan, then sizzle the bacon for 3-4 mins until starting to brown. Add the leeks and thyme, then sweat everything together for 4-5 mins until soft. Turn the heat up high, add the mussels and cider or wine, then cover and cook for 4-5 mins, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels have opened. Discard any that don’t open. Scoop the mussels and the other bits into a dish, then place the pan back on the heat. Boil the juices for 1 min with the rest of the butter, then pour over the mussels and serve with crusty bread.
Cook Time
15M
Prep Time
PT20M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 377 calories
- Fat Content: 26 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 12 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 9 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 5 grams sugar
- Protein Content: 24 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 2.76 milligram of sodium
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