How to Make Garlic Wine Mussels - A Step-by-Step Guide

Garlic Wine Mussels is a classic dish that never fails to impress. This recipe is simple yet elegant, and it’s the perfect way to showcase the natural flavors of fresh, succulent mussels. The combination of garlic, white wine, and herbs creates a rich and savory broth that perfectly complements the briny sweetness of the mussels. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just want to treat yourself to something special, Garlic Wine Mussels is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 6 large tomatoes, chopped, or more to taste
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) can clam juice
  • 2 pounds mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ cup butter

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes with all their juices. Cook and stir until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour wine and clam juice into the pot. Bring to a gentle boil; add mussels. Simmer, covered, until mussels have opened, 4 to 6 minutes. Add parsley. Stir in butter until melted, about 1 minute.
  • Nutrition

    556 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 131mg
    • Sodium: 861mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 46g
    • Vitamin C: 82mg
    • Calcium: 132mg
    • Iron: 14mg
    • Potassium: 1362mg