Green Mussels Recipe
In this green mussels recipe, I will show you how to cook green mussels with ease. I steamed these mussels in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet with garlic, shallots, wine, and butter. They cook quickly and make a delicious appetizer or main dish.
WHAT ARE NEW ZEALAND MUSSELS?
New Zealand Mussels, called Perna canaliculus, are shellfish that comes from the shores of New Zealand. They're a little larger than the black mussels we get in the US, plumper, and taste a little sweeter. Their deep green color makes a beautifully plated dish. I got these in a two-pound box from Key Largo Fisheries. They are also available in the freezer section of most supermarkets.
As you can see, these New Zealand green-lipped mussels are sold in the half shell, meaning the top shell has been removed. Talley's mussels are cleaned and blanched, so very little effort is required.
Not only are green-lipped mussels beautiful to look at, but they are also easy to cook, very plump, and really delicious. In this recipe, the mussels are seasoned with garlic, shallots, wine, and butter. They cook quickly and make a delicious appetizer or main dish.
PREP TIME: 5 mins
COOK TIME: 10 mins
TOTAL TIME: 1 hr 15 mins
SERVINGS: 2 servings
INGREDIENTS
· 2 pounds green-lipped New Zealand Mussels
· 3 tablespoons olive oil
· 4 garlic cloves finely minced or pressed
· 2 shallots or 1 yellow onion peeled and coarsely chopped
· ½ cup white wine, champagne, or prosecco
· ¾ cup chopped parsley
· 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
· salt and pepper to taste
· 2 lemons for serving
INSTRUCTIONS
Defrost the mussels over night in the refrigerator. If you're pressed for time, defrost the mussels in a big bowl of cold water for about 45 minutes, changing the water every 15 minutes.
In a 12-inch skillet or a large pot, heat oil until shimmering over medium-high heat. Add shallots and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are translucent and fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Add wine, chopped parsley, and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Cook one minute.
Raise heat to high; add mussels. Cover tightly, and cook, shaking the pan frequently.
Cover tightly, and cook for 8 minutes, shaking the pan frequently. Read More…
