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

Mussels are a delicious and versatile seafood option that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to prepare mussels is in a savory sauce that really brings out their natural flavor. This recipe for Savory Mussels is a perfect way to enjoy this delicious seafood dish at home. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and will result in a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, sliced
  • 3 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • 2 ¼ pounds mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 1 bunch fresh spinach, leaves torn in half

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 2 1/2 pounds mussels

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the carrot and celery into the mixture and continue cooking until the carrot and celery have also softened, another 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a boil; cook at a boil for 5 minutes. Add the mussels; cover the pot and allow the mussels to simmer in the broth mixture just until they begin to open, about 5 minutes. Discard any mussels which do not open. Stir the spinach into the broth just before serving hot.

    • Nutrition

    335 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 76mg
    • Sodium: 1763mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 169mg
    • Iron: 13mg
    • Potassium: 1412mg

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