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How to Cook Steamed Mussels

These steamed mussels are easy, elegant, and delicious! They are perfect for any dinner party and you won't be able to stop after just one! 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 167 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pounds mussels or desired amount
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup white wine

Instructions

Prepare the Mussels:
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  1. Right before you cook the mussels. Rinse them in cold water. If the shell is open, tap on the shell to close before steaming. Check to see if the mussels need to be debeard. This looks like a little tag on the side of the shell. Firmly tug the beard out.
Add the broth and wine to a saucepan:
  1. In a medium-sized saucepan add the chicken broth and white wine. Bring to a simmer and let the alcohol cook out.
Add the mussels:
  1. Add the mussels to the boiling water and cover to let steam. Cook for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and check to see if the mussels have opened. If they have not yet opened add the lid back and cook for another minute. Discard the mussels with the shells that have not opened by now.
  2. Serve the mussels as desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories 167kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Cholesterol 49mg (16%) Sodium 927mg (39%) Potassium 660mg (19%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 280IU (6%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 54mg (5%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 167

% Daily Value*

Calories 167kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 927mg 39%
Potassium 660mg 14%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 280IU 6%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 54mg 5%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.