STEAMED MUSSELS PROVENCAL

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Steamed Mussels Provencal image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, appetizer, main course

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 pounds fresh mussels
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1/2 cup finely chopped fennel
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1 sweet red pepper, cored, seeds removed and finely chopped
1 cup crushed canned tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads (optional)
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
1/2 cup dry white wine
4 sprigs fresh thyme, or 2 teaspoons dried
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley

Steps:

  • Scrub the mussels, remove beards and barnacles, and wash in cold water, agitating with the hand; repeat until the water remains clear. Drain well.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan or kettle. Add garlic, fennel, onions and sweet red pepper, and cook briefly over medium-high heat until wilted. Do not burn garlic. Stir often.
  • Add tomatoes, saffron, turmeric, pepper flakes, wine, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and simmer 2 minutes.
  • Add mussels and basil. Cover tightly, and cook over high heat until all mussels are opened, 5 to 6 minutes. Serve immediately with French or crusty Italian bread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 646, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 69 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1714 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but these mussels were amazing! The sauce was so flavorful and the mussels were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


JERRY ADAMS
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The mussels were a bit gritty, but the sauce was delicious.


Hammad Jutt
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.


MrBrown Network
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I'm allergic to mussels, but my husband loved them! He said they were the best mussels he's ever had.


Ahmad Kaddah
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover wine. The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served them with some crusty bread and it was a perfect meal.


Willow Ferguson
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These mussels were a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more herbs and spices next time.


Makeena Hardwick
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I've never cooked mussels before, but this recipe made it so easy. The mussels were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Asim watto Watto
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the mussels were cooked perfectly.


bilal khan marwat pyary
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These mussels were so easy to make and they were absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Essa Rajpoot
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mussels turned out tough and chewy.


Saad Alkhafagi
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. The mussels are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing.


Emel Nos
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again.


Lilly Ann
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I would have liked the sauce to be a bit more flavorful.


Courtney Wood
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The mussels were a bit overcooked, but the sauce was delicious.


gugu sikhosana
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This recipe was a bit too fishy for my taste.


Mercy Opemiposi
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Not bad!


ayazali Kalloo
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of mussels, but I'm glad I did! The mussels were cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Naem Ahmod
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Easy and delicious! I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand. The mussels were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was light and flavorful. Will definitely be making this again.


Mowlid Dahir Ali
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These steamed mussels were a hit! The mussels were cooked perfectly, and the Provencal sauce was delicious. I served them with some crusty bread to soak up all the sauce. Yum!