Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yields
4 servings
Moules frites is a dish made up of mussels and fresh herbs served with fries and originating in Belgium.
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ingredients
¼
cup extra-virgin olive oil
½
cup finely sliced shallots
5
Tbsp thinly sliced garlic
1
cup white wine
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2
lb(s) mussels, cleaned and beards removed
½
cup creme fraiche
⅓
cup minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
2
Tbsp unsalted butter
2
Tbsp minced chives
2
Tbsp whole-grain mustard
French fries, for serving
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directions
Step 1
In a large Dutch oven or straight-sided 12-inch saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the white wine and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Add the mussels, cover and steam until open, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mussels to a large serving bowl.
Step 2
Add the creme fraiche, parsley, butter, chives and mustard to the remaining cooking liquid and bring just to a boil while stirring to combine. Pour the sauce over the mussels. Serve with French fries.