Description
Mussels in Garlic Lemon Cream Sauce is a delightful seafood dish that combines tender mussels with a rich and creamy sauce, accented by garlic and a refreshing hint of lemon. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this recipe delivers unforgettable flavor in under 30 minutes. Serve with crusty bread or pasta to soak up every bit of that luscious sauce, making it a must-try for any seafood lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse mussels under cold water and discard any that are open.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the white wine and add the cleaned mussels. Cover the pot and steam for 5-7 minutes until mussels open.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and lemon juice, and simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg