Mussels in Garlic Lemon Cream Sauce
Mussels in Garlic Lemon Cream Sauce is a rich and luxurious seafood dish that promises to elevate any dining experience. Succulent mussels are steamed in a velvety garlic cream sauce, brightened with zesty lemon juice and finished with fresh parsley. Perfect for both casual dinners and elegant gatherings, this recipe pairs beautifully with crusty bread or pasta to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse mussels under cold water, scrubbing shells and removing beards.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring; bring to a simmer.
- Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir well; let it simmer for another couple of minutes.
- Carefully add cleaned mussels, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes until opened.
- Discard any unopened mussels and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg