/en/tags/mussels/Recent content in Mussels on Your Ultimate Guide to Wine Basics, Easy Bistro Recipes, and Wine PairingsHugo -- gohugo.ioenRengakanSun, 08 Mar 2026 02:20:00 +0900/en/bistro-recipe/classic-mussels-steamed-in-white-wine-moules-marini%C3%A8res/Sun, 08 Mar 2026 02:20:00 +0900/en/bistro-recipe/classic-mussels-steamed-in-white-wine-moules-marini%C3%A8res/<img src="/img/thumbnail/mussels-steamed-in-white-wine-en.png" alt="Featured image of post Classic Mussels Steamed in White Wine: Moules Marinières" /><p>&ldquo;Moules Marinières&rdquo; is a beloved coastal French classic. Plump mussels steamed in butter, garlic, shallots, and white wine are incredibly fast to prepare.</p> <h2 id="ingredients-serves-2">Ingredients (Serves 2) </h2><ul> <li>Mussels (in shell): 300g (cleaned and de-bearded)</li> <li>Onion or shallot: 1/4 cup (finely chopped)</li> <li>Garlic: 1 clove (minced)</li> <li>Butter: 15g</li> <li>Dry white wine: 100ml</li> <li>Fresh parsley (chopped): for garnish</li> </ul> <h2 id="instructions">Instructions </h2><ol> <li><strong>Sauté Aromatics</strong>: Melt butter in a deep pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onions until soft.</li> <li><strong>Add Mussels</strong>: Turn heat to high and add the cleaned mussels.</li> <li><strong>Steam</strong>: Pour in white wine and cover immediately with a lid. Steam for 2–3 minutes until all shells pop open.</li> <li><strong>Garnish</strong>: Throw away any closed shells, toss with parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread or French fries.</li> </ol>