How To Make Mussels in Lemon Herb Sauce Recipe
Tender mussels soaked in a tangy sauce of lemon and fresh herbs, perfect for a dinner party or special occasion.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
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Add wine and chicken broth to the pan and bring to a simmer.
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Add mussels and cover the pan with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until mussels have opened.
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Remove the mussels from the pan with a slotted spoon and place them on a warm serving platter.
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Increase the heat and add butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.
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Pour the sauce over the mussels, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Calories : 285kcal
- Total Fat : 13g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 70mg
- Sodium : 625mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 7g
- Dietary Fiber : 0g
- Sugar : 1g
- Protein : 24g
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