Fresh mussels steam open with shallots, butter, white wine, parsley, and pepper for a clean French seafood classic.
20 min prep 10 min cook
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Wash the mussels in cold water, remove the beards, and discard any broken ones.
Discard any open mussels that do not close.
Soften the finely chopped shallots in butter for 3 minutes.
Add the wine and raise the heat.
Add the mussels, cover the pot, and steam for 5 minutes.
Shake the pot a few times so the opened mussels are coated with their juices.
Add the parsley and black pepper, and discard any mussels that have not opened.
Serve immediately with lemon and bread.
💡 Tip: Discarding mussels that stay closed after cooking is essential for safety and clean flavor.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve in wide bowls with fries, lemon, and fresh bread.
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
~260
kcal calories
28
g protein
8
g carbs
12
g fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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