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Moules à la Crème

Cultural Context

Originating from Belgium, Moules à la Crème is a beloved dish that highlights the country's rich seafood tradition. Mussels, often harvested from the North Sea, are cooked in a luxurious cream sauce, making for a comforting and indulgent meal. Traditionally served with crusty bread or fries, this dish embodies the Belgian culinary philosophy of celebrating fresh, local ingredients. Today, variations can be found in many coastal regions, showcasing different sauces and accompaniments.

BelgianBEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
20 grams butter
2 shallots
2 stalks celery
1 leek
1,200 kg frozen mussels
salt
pepper
1 large handful dehydrated chives or fresh chives
220 ml white wine
150 ml whole liquid cream
2 tablespoons starch
150 grams creamed blue cheese

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Melt 20 grams of butter cut into pieces in a large pot.

2

Add 2 finely chopped shallots, 2 finely chopped stalks of celery, and 1 leek cut in half and sliced thinly to the pot.

3

Cook the vegetables over low heat for approximately 5 minutes until softened and fragrant, without browning.

4

Add 1,200 kg of frozen mussels to the pot and cook for 2 minutes, stirring regularly.

5

Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add 1 large handful of dehydrated chives or fresh chives.

6

Pour in 220 ml of white wine and stir to combine.

7

Dilute 2 tablespoons of starch with 150 ml of whole liquid cream, whisking to ensure a smooth texture without lumps, then add to the mussel mixture.

8

Add 150 grams of creamed blue cheese or blue cheese cut into small pieces to the pot.

9

Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the sauce becomes semi-thick and coats the mussels.

10

Serve the creamy mussels with golden, crispy fries and garnish with fresh chives.

Cooking Techniques

cleaningsautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkshellfish

Also Known As

Mussels in Cream SauceMoules Crème

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