Moules Marinières

Though I just hit the seawater about 2 months ago in Maldives, I am beginning to miss diving again. The excitement in prepping the gear, riding the waves on the boat ride out and the first taste of crystal blue seawater is alway so alluring. To rekindle all these feelings again, I decided to cook us a simmering pot of "Moules Marinieres" which is probably the quintessential french summer dish made of fresh meaty mussels, white wine, garlic and parsley. These elements make it perfect for this classic and simply delicious seaside to be enjoyed on this super long weekend! A simple and fast dish to do with minimum effort and maximum taste! 

1. Soak mussels in water & de-beard them
2. Add butter into pot with chopped spices; 2 shallot,4 cloves of garlic & 1 white onion
3. Add thyme & bay leaves
4. Splash a cup of white wine
5. Sautee for 3-4mins over medium heat. Do not brown
6. Add mussels & cover for 4-5mins
7. Add chopped italian parsley & dash of fresh cream

Serve with some garlic toasted french loaves to soak up all the juices from the mussels that have been infused with the spices. herbs and white wine and you have a simple french classic to share with your loved ones!

Happy National Day and Majulah Singapura! 

Prep time: 10mins     Cook time: 10mins     Level: Confirm can!