Moules Frites Recipe
blue mussels with baguette & boardwalk fries
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Ingredients
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Mussels
Fries
Baguette
Method
Mussels Preparation
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the blue mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells with a stiff brush to remove any dirt or barnacles. Remove the beards (the fibrous threads) by pulling them off with your fingers.
- 2
- 3
Cook the Mussels
Add the cleaned mussels to the pot along with the white wine. Cover the pot and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that do not open.
- 4
Fries Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips to make fries. Pat them dry with a clean towel to remove excess moisture.
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Potatoes
Carefully add the cut potatoes to the hot oil in batches, frying them until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove them using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 8
Season the Fries
While the fries are still hot, sprinkle them with salt to taste.
