Ingredients for Beer Steamed Mussels
- 1 pound fresh mussels
- 1 cup beer (lager or pilsner recommended)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Green Onions
- Garlic Clove
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt And Pepper
How to Make Beer Steamed Mussels
- Thoroughly scrub 1 pound of mussels under cold running water, removing any barnacles or debris.
- Pull out the beard from each mussel.
- 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.
- Cover the pot and steam over high heat until the mussels open, about 7-8 minutes. Discard any mussels that do not open.
- Serve immediately in a large bowl for sharing.
- Use mussel shells as spoons to enjoy the delicious broth.
- **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.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
99 g
Sugar
2g
Fat
52g
Carbs
26g
