Mussels in Beer

A classic seafood dish using beer instead of wine to steam fresh mussels with garlic, shallots, and parsley.

Quick Seafood Main Course Mussels Beer

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

592.1

kcal / serving

1184.2 kcal total

Carbs

27.4g

per serving

54.8 g total

Fat

16.7g

per serving

33.4 g total

Protein

61.1g

per serving

122.1 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Liquids

330

Beer

one bottle

NutsSeeds

clove

Garlic

peeled and crushed

Parsley

finely chopped for garnish

OilsFats

Olive Oil

Seafood

Mussels

cleaned and de-bearded, broken or opened ones discarded

Vegetables

piece

Shallot

peeled and finely chopped

Method

Heat 15ml of olive oil in a large lidded saucepan.

Cook the shallots and garlic in the hot oil for one minute.

Add 1kg of mussels and pour in 330ml of beer.

Mix the ingredients, cover with a lid, and turn up the heat.

Cook while shaking the pan until all mussels have opened.

Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.

Spoon the mussels and juices into bowls and garnish with parsley.