Description
Bonefish mussels bring Mediterranean charm with succulent shellfish swimming in a zesty white wine sauce. Garlic, herbs, and smoky bacon create a luxurious seafood experience you’ll savor to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 cup white grape juice
- ⅓ cup butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
Seasonings and Spices:
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
Garnish:
- ¼ cup chopped parsley or chives
- Parsley sprigs
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Position a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat and gently melt 4 tablespoons (60 grams) of unsalted butter until it becomes smooth and translucent.
- Introduce minced garlic and red chili flakes to the melted butter, stirring continuously for approximately 30-45 seconds until the aromatics release their fragrant essence and become lightly golden.
- Pour the white grape juice into the saucepan, allowing it to reach a gentle simmer without reaching a rolling boil, which helps preserve the delicate flavor profile.
- Carefully add cleaned and debearded fresh mussels to the liquid, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the pan’s surface. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the seafood’s natural taste.
- Cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and allow the mussels to steam for 6-8 minutes, creating a moist cooking environment that helps the shellfish open and cook thoroughly.
- Inspect the mussels during cooking; discard any shells that remain tightly closed after the recommended cooking time, as these may indicate spoilage.
- Remove the pan from heat and drizzle fresh lemon juice over the cooked mussels, then sprinkle finely chopped fresh parsley to add brightness and herbal notes.
- Transfer the mussels to a serving platter, garnishing with additional lemon wedges and parsley sprigs for visual appeal and extra citrusy flavor.
Notes
- Fresh, succulent mussels create the heart of this mouthwatering seafood sensation.
- Opt for live mussels sporting tightly sealed shells to guarantee peak taste and safety.
- Ditch any stubborn closed shells after cooking to dodge potential health risks.
- Chill white grape juice beforehand for a subtle flavor enhancement that wows taste buds.
- Crush fresh garlic and sprinkle red chili flakes to ignite an explosive aromatic foundation.
- Cooking duration might shift based on mussel size and batch quantity.
- Dive into the dish immediately for maximum seafood enjoyment.
- Crispy bread becomes the perfect companion to soak up every delicious drop of broth.
- Refrigerate remaining mussels in sealed containers within a 48-hour window.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley as the final zesty touch that brightens the entire culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 355 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 56 mg