Moules Frites

Moules Frites

Moules Frites

By: Herd Market
Moules Frites is one of the easiest and most flavorful dishes you can make for a romantic date night at home. Featuring tender mussels cooked in a rich, savory broth and served alongside crispy fries, this classic French dish is both simple and impressive. Perfect for an intimate evening, Moules Frites delivers an abundance of flavor without the fuss.
You'll need:
  • 1kg fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 400g potatoes, cut into fries
  • Olive oil
  • Salt & Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 onions, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 200ml dry white wine
  • 200ml chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 150ml heavy cream
  • 5g semi-fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving
  • Bread for dipping (optional)


Serves 2 people
Difficulty Novice
Novice
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Tags
date night Dinners mussels Seafood starters
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Directions
1.

For the frites, preheat a pot of salted boiling water. Peel the potatoes and cut into fries. Boil for 5-7 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and let steam for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 190C. Add a generous drizzle of olive oil to a baking tray, then add the potatoes and a generous amount of salt. Place in the oven for 20-30 minutes (or until golden and crispy), turning halfway through.

2.

Meanwhile, add a drizzle of olive oil and the butter to a pot with a lid. Melt over a low/medium heat, then add your chopped onions and garlic. Fry until translucent, then add your white wine and chicken stock. Add a bay leaf then bubble away for 5 minutes before pouring your mussels in. Stir together, then place a lid over, simmering for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened.

3.

Once cooked, pour over the heavy cream and mix well. Garnish with semi-fresh parsley and serve with a wedge of lemon and some crusty bread to soak up all the sauce. Enjoy.

Tags
date night Dinners mussels Seafood starters