Jul 14 2026
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Maidens Mussels Recipe

Inspired by The Ordinary Hen
Time30m
Serves4

Served steamed in an aromatic broth for dipping.

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Aromatic Broth

Dipping Sauce

Method

Preparing the Mussels

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the fresh mussels under cold running water. Use a brush to scrub the shells and remove any beards or barnacles. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

Making the Aromatic Broth

  1. 2

    Sauté Shallots and Garlic

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté until they are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

  2. 3

    Add Liquid Ingredients

    Pour in the white wine and vegetable broth. Stir in the fresh thyme, bay leaves, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Cooking the Mussels

  1. 4

    Steam the Mussels

    Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and allow to steam for about 5-7 minutes or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

Making the Dipping Sauce

  1. 5

    Prepare the Dipping Sauce

    In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Remove from heat and set aside.

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