Jul 14 2026
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Mussels In Brodo Recipe

Inspired by Fox & The Knife
Time45m
Serves4

shrimp butter, vadouvan, fett'unta

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Fett'unta

Method

Prepare the Mussels

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards by pulling them from the shells. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

Make the Shrimp Butter

  1. 2

    Prepare the Butter Mixture

    In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 3

    Add Spices and Seasoning

    Stir in the vadouvan spice blend, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom in the butter.

  3. 4

    Add Shrimp

    Add the shrimp to the saucepan and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Cook the Mussels

  1. 5

    Steam the Mussels

    In a large pot, add the cleaned mussels and pour in the shrimp butter mixture over them. Cover the pot with a lid and steam over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened up.

Prepare the Fett'unta

  1. 6

    Toast the Bread

    Slice the crusty bread into thick slices and brush both sides with olive oil. Toast the bread on a grill or in a pan until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  2. 7

    Garlic Rub

    Once toasted, rub one side of each slice with a raw garlic clove for added flavor.

Serve

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the mussels hot, garnished with the shrimp butter sauce, accompanied by the fett'unta on the side.

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