Belgian-Style Mussels with Hoegaarden Beer

Prepared by: Sue & Mike Dinner Date:  8/07/04

Ingredients:
bullet2 Lbs Mussels
bullet2 Stalks Celery. diced
bullet1/2 Cup Shallots, minced
bullet1/2 Cup fresh herbs, (Parsley, thyme, cilantro, etc.) minced
bullet1/4 Tsp Curry Powder
bullet8 Tbs Unsalted Butter
bullet1/2 Cup Hoegaarden Beer
bullet1/2 Cup Fish Stock (optional)
bullet1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
bulletKosher or Sea slat
bulletFreshly Ground White Pepper

 

Prepares 4 servings

Preparation time: 10 Minutes

Cook time: 10-15 Minutes

Directions:
bulletClean mussels and trim beards.  Make sure all of the mussels are still closed.  Discard any open mussels. 
bulletSaute the celery, shallots, herbs and curry powder in the butter until the shallots are translucent. 
bulletAdd the mussels and cover for 5 minutes. 
bulletAdd the beer, fish stock, cream and stir in pan until mussels are completely coated.  Cook a few more minutes just until all of the mussels have opened. 
bulletSeason with salt and pepper.
bulletServe in a deep, flat bowl with the juices.
bulletGarlic bread again prevails. 
  Reference:  Phillipes Bistro

 

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