Moules De Pei Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Mussels

   Rinse the mussels under cold water and remove any beards. Discard any open mussels that do not close when tapped.

2. 2

   Sauté Aromatics

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

3. 3

   Add Wine and Saffron

   Pour in the white wine and add the saffron threads. Bring to a simmer.

4. 4

   Cook the Mussels

   Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.

5. 5

   Add Dijon Mustard

   Stir in the Dijon mustard and chopped parsley. Mix well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the mussels hot with slices of baguette on the side for dipping into the broth.