Recipe for Mussels with Tarragon ...

By Glenys

This recipe for Mussels with Tarragon is an excellent dish for brunch, lunch, dinner, or supper. Mussels are a lovely, earthy tasting low-fat seafood. They are loaded with healthy nutrients including protein, omega-3 oils, Vitamin B12, zinc, and iron. Make sure you buy fresh and that they are cleaned properly - remove the beards then soak in some water with a tablespoon of flour for an hour or two before rinsing thoroughly. Any mussel shell that doesn’t open during cooking should be discarded.

Preparation time: Cleaning – 2 hours

Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Serves: 4 people

Energy: 185 calories per serving

Equipment:

Large pan with lid
Slotted spoon

Ingredients:

Low-fat cooking spray
4 large shallots
2 garlic cloves
2kg fresh mussels – cleaned (see above)
300ml vegetable stock
Bunch of tarragon
Salt and pepper

Directions:

Peel and finely chop the shallots and garlic.

Spray a large lidded pan with oil.

Add garlic and shallots to pan and gently fry until softened. If they stick add a drop of water.

Add the mussels and stock.

Cover the pan and cook on a high heat for 3-4 minutes until the mussels have opened, shaking the pan occasionally.

Discard any mussels that haven’t opened.

Lift the mussels out with a slotted spoon into a bowl or bowls and keep warm.

Chop and add the tarragon – at least a small bunch – more to taste if you like.

Boil for a few minutes until reduced.

Season the sauce then pour over the mussels.

Serve immediately.

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