Mussels Ala Don

Dive into the briny, luxurious flavors of *Mussels Ala Don*, a restaurant-worthy dish that’s surprisingly simple to prepare at home. Featuring plump, fresh mussels simmered in a silky tomato and white wine broth, this recipe combines the robust aroma of garlic, the sweetness of shallots, and the subtle heat of crushed red pepper flakes. A touch of heavy cream adds luscious richness, while fresh parsley brightens the dish with a pop of herbal freshness. Perfectly balanced and ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant seafood entrée is ideal for entertaining or a quick yet sophisticated weeknight dinner. Serve with a loaf of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful broth—this is comfort food with a gourmet twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 Shallot, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup White wine (dry)
• 1 can (14 ounces) Diced tomatoes, canned with juice
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.25 cups Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 loaf Crusty bread, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Inspect the mussels to ensure they are all closed. Discard any mussels that are cracked, broken, or do not close when tapped. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, chopped shallot, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and shallots are softened.

Step 4

Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 6

Add the mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.

Step 7

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 8

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the mussels immediately in shallow bowls with plenty of the broth, accompanied by slices of crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1381.4 grams (1381.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2416

Total Fat 100.80g	129%
Saturated Fat 35.00g	175%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 120mg	40%
Sodium 4534mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 280.30g	102%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 51.10g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 420mg	32%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 1992mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 50.2%