Jul 14 2026
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Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Bettola Bistro
Time30m
Serves4

PEI Mussels | Butter Shallot White Wine Sauce | Fried Bread

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Fried Bread

Method

Preparing Mussels

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the PEI mussels under cold running water. Scrub the shells with a brush to remove any debris and remove any beards (the fibrous material sticking out from the shells). Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are soft and translucent but not browned.

  3. 3

    Add Wine and Mussels

    Pour in the dry white wine and add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and cover the pot. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mussels open. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

  4. 4

    Add Final Seasoning

    Once the mussels are cooked, lower the heat to medium and stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix well and remove from heat.

Fried Bread Preparation

  1. 5

    Slice the Baguette

    Slice the French baguette into 1-inch thick slices.

  2. 6

    Fry the Bread

    In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced baguette pieces and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Season with salt to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Dish

    Serve the mussels in a large bowl or platter, drizzling the butter sauce over them. Accompany with the crispy fried bread on the side for dipping into the sauce.

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