How do I make mussels in white wine sauce?

Delight your taste buds with our divine Mussels in White Wine Sauce recipe. A seafood extravaganza that will transport you to culinary paradise!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make Mussels in White Wine Sauce. Items include: Mussels Butter Garlic White Wine Lemon Juice Parsley Crusty Bread

Mussels 2 pounds (900g) of fresh mussels
Butter 4 tablespoons
Garlic 4 cloves, minced
White Wine 1 cup (240ml)
Lemon Juice 2 tablespoons
Parsley Chopped parsley for garnish
Crusty Bread Serve with crusty bread

Take note
Remember to only use fresh mussels for this recipe. Discard any mussels that do not open during cooking. And of course, keep children away from the stove! Safety first!

1

Clean and debeard the mussels

Rinse the mussels under cold running water, scrubbing off any dirt or sand. Remove the beards by firmly pulling them towards the hinge of the shell. Discard any broken or open mussels.

2

Prepare the sauce

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the white wine, followed by the lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

3

Cook the mussels

Add the cleaned mussels to the saucepan and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.

4

Serve and enjoy

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked mussels to a large serving bowl. Pour the flavorful white wine sauce over the mussels. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.