Moules
28 min
Average: 3.4 (13 votes)

Moules marinières with white wine, fennel and lemon

Have you tried Moules Marinières? This French classic is the perfect moules frites recipe for seafood lovers looking for authentic flavors. Fresh mussels are gently steamed in a savory broth, creating a light and delicious seafood dish. Perfect with crispy fries, this easy mussels recipe brings a true taste of France to your table.

Preparation time

20 min

Ingredients For

Preparation

1

Scrub and rinse the mussels carefully, discarding any that are open or have broken shells. Finely slice the shallots. 

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2

Gently crush the fennel seeds with a pestle and mortar. 

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3

Add the mussels, shallots, thyme, parsley, bay, crushed fennel seeds, lemon peel and white wine to a large cooking pot. Cover and cook on a high heat for 6 minutes. Give the pot a good shake from time to time, keeping the lid closed, to thoroughly mix the contents. 

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4

Once the mussels have all opened, add the butter and cook for 2 more minutes on a gentle heat. Mix well and serve in soup plates with the juice. Enjoy! 

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Pair with

A young, dry white wine: Alsace Riesling, Muscadet cru Gorges or Mâcon. 

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