MUSSELS STEAMED IN BEER WITH CRèME FRAîCHE, HERBS, AND PARMESAN CROUTONS

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Mussels Steamed in Beer with Crème Fraîche, Herbs, and Parmesan croutons image

Provided by Mathieu Palombino

Categories     Bread     Beer     Milk/Cream     Herb     Dinner     Parmesan     Seafood     Mussel     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 5 x 3 x 1/2-inch slices country-style bread, crusts removed, bread cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
1/4 cup chopped fresh tarragon
1/4 cup chopped fresh chervil (optional)
2/3 cup crème fraîche*
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon whole grain brown mustard or whole grain Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons butter
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
5 pounds mussels, scrubbed, debearded
3 cups diced seeded tomatoes (about 4 large)
1 cup chopped green onions (about 4)
1 12-ounce bottle Belgian white beer (such as Hoegaarden)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine bread cubes, Parmesan, and oil in medium bowl; sprinkle with salt and toss to coat. Spread bread cubes evenly on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until bread cubes are crisp and golden around edges, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
  • Mix parsley, chives, tarragon, and chervil, if desired, in small bowl. Whisk crème fraîche and both mustards in another small bowl to blend; set aside.
  • Melt butter in extra-large pot with lid over high heat. Add garlic and thyme; stir 1 minute. Add mussels, tomatoes, and green onions. Pour beer over, then add crème fraîche mixture; sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper. Cover tightly with lid and cook until steam appears, about 3 minutes. Add half of fresh herb mixture and stir until mussels and herbs are gently mixed. Cover tightly with lid again and cook until mussels open, 4 to 5 minutes (discard any mussels that do not open).
  • Using slotted spoon, divide mussels among 6 bowls. Season mussel juices lightly with salt and pepper, then pour juices over each serving. Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan croutons and remaining herb mixture and serve.
  • * Available at most supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

Ijhar khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beer.


Chaiki Nanami
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I'm allergic to mussels, but I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best mussels he's ever had.


shakeeb ch
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I'm not a fan of mussels, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it.


Zain Ali
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This recipe was too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes.


Maryem San
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I didn't like the flavor of the broth in this recipe.


Umair M umair
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The mussels in this recipe were a bit overcooked for my taste.


GPReeds
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more seasoning.


MD REDWAIN HOSSAIN
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I'm sure it would be great for people who like spicy food.


Md mithu Miah
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I loved the flavor of the broth in this recipe.


Aabdul Qayyum
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This recipe was easy to follow and the mussels turned out great.


Ghulam Rasool
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The mussels are always tender and the broth is so flavorful.


Asiimwe Levi
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This was a great recipe. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the broth was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Abishek Shah
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I love this recipe! The mussels are always so tender and juicy, and the broth is so flavorful. I always serve this dish with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.


eleni l.
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These mussels were delicious! The broth was so flavorful and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I served them with some rice and a side salad and it was a perfect meal.


Faith Powell
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the mussels, and they were all asking for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Nicole Dabrowski
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This was my first time cooking mussels, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was. The recipe was easy to follow, and the mussels turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


BABA GALAXI
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. The mussels are always tender and juicy, and the broth is so flavorful. I love serving this dish with a side of french fries.


Stephanie Okonkwo
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These steamed mussels were fantastic! The beer and crème fraîche broth was so flavorful, and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I served them with some crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce.