Chardonnay Steamed Mussels

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Chardonnay Steamed Mussels Recipe

Chardonnay Steamed Mussels are a tasty and simple appetizer or main course. The combination of butter, garlic, and white wine produces a flavorful broth that complements the briny mussels perfectly.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Season with salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup chardonnay wine

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes

Instructions

• Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the garlic and red pepper flakes.
• Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is fragrant.
• Bring the Chardonnay wine to a simmer in the pot.
• Pour in the mussels and stir to coat them in the wine mixture.
• Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened, covered with a lid.
• Remove any unopened mussels and sprinkle with the chopped parsley.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Serve the Chardonnay steamed mussels with broth and crusty bread for dipping in bowls.

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