Moules Marinières – Experience the Charms of France
This delicate and delicious combination brings a refreshing touch of the French coast into your home! Moules Marinières is the perfect dish for all seafood lovers, ideal for enjoying in company with a glass of good wine.
Ingredients:
Two kilograms of fresh mussels
Two cloves of garlic, finely chopped
One onion, finely chopped
One carrot, peeled and sliced into rounds
Two celery sticks, finely chopped
One glass of white wine (about 250 ml)
One glass of vegetable stock
Two tablespoons of butter
Two tablespoons of olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for serving
Lemon, sliced into wedges, for serving
Preparation:
Rinse the mussels under cold running water. In a large pot or deep pan, heat the butter and olive oil. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened. Increase the heat and add the white wine to bring to a boil. Pour in the vegetable stock, season with salt and pepper to taste, and let it cook for about 10 minutes. Add the mussels and cook in the covered pot or pan until they open. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and lemon juice for extra flavor and enjoy!
We recommend serving this irresistible French specialty with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc or Muscadet wine!
Bon appétit!