HokHei's Kitchen Classic French Mussels

Published by Benjamin Tam,

Recipe by Benjamin Tam
Total Time : 25 min
Preparation Time : 10 min
Cooking Time : 15 min
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 pounds mussels, cleaned
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1/2 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • Crusty bread, to serve
Directions
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the mussels, wine, cream, butter, and parsley and season well with salt.
  • Give it a good stir, cover the pot, and cook until mussels open and are cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Divide the mussels and the juices between 2 bowls and serve with the crusty bread.