Description
Indulge in the rich, zesty flavors of Mussels in Garlic Lemon Cream Sauce, a delightful dish that transports you to a coastal paradise with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (about 450g) Fresh Mussels, tightly closed
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240ml) Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Clean the Mussels: Rinse mussels under cold water and scrub off any debris. Discard any open or damaged mussels.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling but not browned. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the Mussels: Gently add cleaned mussels into the pot along with lemon juice and zest. Stir to coat mussels evenly.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously until well combined. Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes or until all mussels have opened.
- Finish with Parsley: Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the mussels. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer mussels to bowls, drizzle with any remaining sauce, and enjoy with crusty bread or pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk. - Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. - Always use fresh mussels for the best flavor; they should be alive before cooking.