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Steamed Mussels with White Wine and Clam Juice



Mussels are one of the most underrated seafood dishes. They are incredibly flavorful, and relatively easy to make. This steamed mussels recipe requires just a few simple ingredients and only takes 10 minutes to prepare. The white wine and clam juice create a flavorful broth that will keep you coming back for more! You can also customize this dish by adding additional herbs and spices, like fresh parsley, garlic, and Tabasco sauce.

Ingredients used:

  • 1 cup - White wine
  • 1 cup - Clam juice
  • 2 cloves - Garlic, crushed
  • 2 pounds - Mussels, whole
  • 1 dash - Tabasco sauce, optional
  • 2 tablespoons - Chopped fresh parsley, optional

Recipe steps:

  • Combine white wine and clam juice in a large pot and bring to a simmer.
  • Add crushed garlic and Tabasco sauce, if desired, and stir to combine.
  • Add mussels in a single layer and cover slightly. Steam until mussels begin to open.
  • Once mussels are cooked, remove to a bowl and pour the sauce from the bottom of the pot over them.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with French bread, if desired.

Cooking mussels is a great way to enjoy seafood. This steamed mussels recipe takes only 10 minutes to prepare and requires just a few simple ingredients. The white wine and clam juice provide a flavorful broth that will have you coming back for more. Try adding additional herbs and spices, like fresh parsley, garlic, and Tabasco sauce, to customize this dish. Enjoy!