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Mussels in saffron and white wine sauce with toasted baguette

Mussels in saffron white wine sauce are a sophisticated yet uncomplicated dish that delights with deep sea flavors, creamy consistency & fine seasoning. The white wine adds freshness, while the saffron adds an elegant, warm note. Serve with toasted baguette to soak up the delicious sauce.
The ideal wine accompaniment? Muscadet, Grüner Veltliner or Chardonnay emphasize the aromas of the sauce and harmonize perfectly with the mussels.
➡ A n elegant gourmet dish for cold winter days! 🍷🦪
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main course
Cuisine French & Mediterranean cuisine
Servings 2 People
Calories 650 kcal

Cooking utensils

  • 1 Large pot for the mussels
  • 1 Pan for the baguette
  • 1 Cutting board & knife
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

For the mussels:

  • 1 kg fresh mussels
  • 2 EL Olive oil
  • 2 Shallots (finely diced)
  • 2 Garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 200 ml dry white wine (e.g. Muscadet or Grüner Veltliner)
  • 200 ml Cream
  • 1 TL Saffron threads
  • 1 TL Butter
  • 1 TL Lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper

For the baguette:

  • 1 small baguette
  • 1 EL Olive oil
  • 1 Garlic clove (for rubbing)

Preparation
 

  • Prepare the mussels:
    Rinse the mussels under cold water & sort out any open ones.
  • Cook the mussels:
    Sauté the shallots & garlic in olive oil, deglaze with white wine.
    Add the mussels, cover & cook for 5 mins. until they open.
  • Prepare the sauce:
    Remove the mussels, add the cream and saffron to the stock.
    Add the butter & lemon juice, reduce briefly.
  • Toast the baguette:
    Cut into slices, brush with olive oil & fry until golden brown.
    Rub with garlic.
  • Serve:
    Pour the saffron sauce over the mussels & enjoy with a baguette.

Nutritional values per portion

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 50gFat: 30g
Keyword Mussels in white wine sauce, Mussels recipe, Mussels with wine, Saffron recipe, Saffron sauce, Seafood recipe, White wine with mussels
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