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Beer Steamed Mussels Recipe

Dive into a flavorful seafood feast with this irresistible Beer Steamed Mussels recipe! Perfectly plump mussels are steamed in a rich, aromatic broth of beer, garlic, and onion, creating a delicious sauce you'll want to soak up with crusty bread. Easily customizable – add other seafood for an even more extravagant meal! This recipe is halved for convenience, perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy night in.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 23 mins
Calories 906 kcal
Protein 156g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beer Steamed Mussels

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How to Make Beer Steamed Mussels

  1. Thoroughly scrub 1 pound of mussels under cold running water, removing any barnacles or debris.
  2. Pull out the beard from each mussel.
  3. In a large pot, combine the cleaned mussels, 1 cup of your favorite beer (lager or pilsner recommended), 1/2 cup chopped onion, 4 cloves minced garlic, and 4 tablespoons of butter.
  4. Cover the pot and steam over high heat until the mussels open, about 7-8 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  5. Serve immediately in a large bowl for sharing.
  6. Use mussel shells as spoons to enjoy the delicious broth.
  7. **Bread Option:** Slice a baguette into 1-inch thick rounds. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill or bake until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

99 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

52g

Carbs

26g

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Starters Appetizers & Snacks Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood European One Pot Meals 30 Minutes Or Less

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