Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
5 lb

Mussels

Cleaned and scrubbed

1 unit

Beer

Your favorite

0.25 cup

Butter

Unsalted

3 unit

Green Onions

Finely chopped

1 clove

Garlic

Minced

1 unit

Baguette

Cut into 1-inch slices

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Clean and scrub mussels thoroughly, removing the beard.

Step 2
~2 min

In a large pot, combine mussels, beer, butter, chopped green onions, and minced garlic.

Step 3
~2 min

Cover the pot and steam over high heat for 7-8 minutes, or until the mussels open.

Step 4
~2 min

Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking.

Step 5
~2 min

Serve in a large bowl with broth.

Step 6
~2 min

Use mussel shells as spoons to scoop up the broth.

Step 7
~2 min

For the bread option, drizzle baguette slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 8
~2 min

Grill baguette slices until crispy and golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure mussels are tightly closed before cooking. Discard any that are open and do not close when tapped.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the broth.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Mussels should be cooked fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately while hot.

Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

French fries
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Coastal Europe

Cultural Significance

Mussels are a popular seafood dish in many coastal regions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Casual meal
Date night

Popularity Score

65/100

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