How to Make Drunken Mussels - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of seafood and love trying new flavors, then you'll definitely want to add Drunken Mussels to your recipe repertoire. This dish is a classic in many coastal regions and is loved for its simple preparation and bold, savory flavors. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just looking to impress your family with a new dish, Drunken Mussels is a perfect choice.

These mussels are cooked in a rich, flavorful broth made with beer, garlic, shallots, and other aromatic ingred...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
  • 2 cups white wine
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add garlic and let sizzle for about 30 seconds. Stir in lemon zest and red pepper flakes for about 45 seconds.
  • Quickly pour wine into the pot and season with black pepper. Bring sauce to a boil; add mussels and cover immediately. Shake pot and let boil for 1 minute.
  • Stir mussels, replace cover, and let boil for 2 more minutes. The shells will begin to open. Stir in parsley, cover, and cook until all shells are open, 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    718 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 158mg
    • Sodium: 1411mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 56g
    • Vitamin C: 78mg
    • Calcium: 197mg
    • Iron: 21mg
    • Potassium: 1833mg