Go Back
–+ servings

Mussels In Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe

Savor the perfect harmony of tender mussels, zesty lemon, and creamy garlic butter sauce in this quick yet elegant dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it’s a flavorful delight.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 450 grams Half Shell Mussels 1 pound
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine
  • 1 cup Fresh Cream whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 Onion small, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Garlic crushed
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes
  • 1 Lemon juice and zest
  • ½ cup Parsley chopped
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet with a lid, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, crushed garlic, and chili flakes. Sauté until the onion softens and becomes translucent, releasing its sweet aroma.
  2. Pour in the dry white wine and let it simmer until it reduces by two-thirds, concentrating its flavors. Stir in the fresh cream and allow it to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, creating a rich, velvety base.
  3. Add the mussels to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Cover the skillet with its lid and lower the heat. Steam the mussels gently for 8-10 minutes, or until they are fully cooked and their shells have opened.
  4. Remove the skillet from the heat. Season the dish with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, finely grated zest, and chopped parsley for a burst of brightness and freshness.
  5. Serve the mussels immediately, ensuring each portion is generously coated with the flavorful sauce. Enjoy this dish with crusty bread or over a bed of pasta to savor every drop of the delicious lemon garlic butter sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!