Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAvert BrasseriePei Mussels Recipe

Pei Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Avert Brasserie
Time30m
Serves4

White Wine, Dijon, Saffron Citrus

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Broth

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the PEI mussels under cold water to remove any debris or sand. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

Cooking the Broth

  1. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté until they are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 4

    Add Wine and Dijon

    Pour in the white wine and add the Dijon mustard, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

  4. 5

    Add Saffron and Citrus

    Add the pinch of saffron threads and the citrus zest to the broth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cooking the Mussels

  1. 6

    Cook Mussels

    Once the broth is simmering, add the cleaned PEI mussels to the pot. Cover with a lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

  2. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Serve the mussels in bowls with the broth ladled over them.

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