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Mussels in White Beer Recipe

Belgian · Main course · 25 min total

A classic Belgian-style dish where fresh mussels are steamed in a flavorful broth of white beer, garlic, shallots, and herbs, resulting in tender, briny mussels perfect for sopping up the delicious broth.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh mussels, scrubbed and debearded
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup Belgian white beer (e.g., Hoegaarden)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
2. Pour in the white beer and bring to a simmer.
3. Add the mussels, cover the pot, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until all mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.
4. Stir in the heavy cream and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve immediately in bowls with the broth and crusty bread on the side.

Tips

• Serve with crusty bread or fries for dipping.
• For a lighter version, omit the cream and add an extra splash of beer.
• Store leftover mussels in the broth in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently.

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