THE DRUNKEN MUSSEL IS AN IRISH FAVOURITE

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St. Patrick's Day is upon us once more, bringing waves of green clothing and face paint, sparkling shamrocks - and most enjoyable of all - cold beer. For those looking for an authentic and fun Irish inspired meal to accompany their celebrations, they need look no further than fresh cultivated Atlantic Canadian drunken mussels.

Provided by Mary Jenny

Categories     European

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 lbs fresh blue cultured mussels
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup shallots or 1/4 cup sweet onion, finely chopped
1 pinch salt and pepper
12 ounces beer (1 bottle)
1 lemon, cut into wedges
chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Stir the fresh blue mussels in a colander while rinsing in tap water. Set aside for a few minutes. Tap any that are open and discard those that don't close in response to the tap.
  • Add 1 tablespoon butter to pot, cook chopped onion and celery, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the beer and fresh mussels.
  • Cover and steam over high heat until the mussels are open (6-8 minutes).
  • Squeeze the lemon juice over the mussels, add some parsley and pour into a large bowl to share. Don't forget to sip the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.7, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 111.2, Sodium 1107.5, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.3, Protein 45.7

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