Mussels Gratin (lyonnaise-style Gratin De Moules)
Mussels Gratin, also known as Gratin de Moules, is a classic dish from Lyonnaise cuisine that combines fresh mussels with a creamy, flavorful sauce topped with a golden-brown crust. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Add the mussels, cover the pot, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the mussels to a baking dish, discarding any that have not opened.
- Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- Pour the cooking liquid from the pot into a saucepan and add the heavy cream. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the mussels in the baking dish. Sprinkle the Gruyère cheese and breadcrumbs on top.
- Place the baking dish under the broiler for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fat
- 18g
- Saturated Fat
- 8g
- Cholesterol
- 85mg
- Sodium
- 780mg
- Potassium
- 520mg
- Fiber
- 2g
- Sugar
- 3g
- Vitamin A
- 15%
- Vitamin C
- 20%
- Calcium
- 10%
- Iron
- 25%
Supplies
Baking dish Saucepan Slotted spoon
Tools
Broiler
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Mussels Gratin with crusty French bread or over a bed of cooked linguine for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to discard any mussels that do not open during cooking, as they may not be safe to eat.
Cost
$20