Creamy julienne with mushrooms and mussels

3 servings

30 minutes

Creamy julienne with mushrooms and mussels is an exquisite dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood with the rich flavor of creamy sauce. The origins of julienne trace back to French gastronomy, where it was traditionally made with mushrooms and cheese. In this recipe, the addition of mussels gives the dish a light marine note, while lime refreshes the taste. The creamy consistency, rich aroma of garlic and herbs, and spicy hints of black pepper and chili make julienne an ideal choice for warm cozy evenings. Baked under a crispy cheese crust, it suits both everyday dinners and festive feasts. Served hot straight from the oven, often in individual cocottes to preserve its rich texture and appetizing aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 504.8
• Proteins: 33.9g
• Fats: 37.8g
• Carbohydrates: 7g

Ingredients

• Frozen mussels: 200 g
• Fresh champignons: 200 g
• Onion: 0.5 head
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Cream: 40 ml
• Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tbsp
• Mayonnaise: 3 tbsp
• Sour cream: 1 tbsp
• Cottage cheese: 2 tbsp
• Grated Parmesan cheese: 10 tbsp
• Mixture of herbs: 0.5 tsp
• Ground chili pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Ground black pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Pour boiling water over the cooked-frozen mussels for one minute, then drain the water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen mussels: 200 g

2. Chop the onion, garlic, and mushrooms.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 0.5 head
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Fresh champignons: 200 g

3. Heat butter in a pan and add onion and mushrooms.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cream: 40 ml

4. After 3-4 minutes, stir, reduce the heat, and add the mussels.

   Required ingredients:

   • Frozen mussels: 200 g

5. Stir again after a couple of minutes and add garlic. Mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves

6. Pour in the cream and add salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste

7. Add mayonnaise and lime juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
   • Freshly squeezed lime juice: 2 tablespoons

8. Then add sour cream. Pepper it and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 1 tablespoon
   • Ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

9. Add 7 tablespoons of grated cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated Parmesan cheese: 10 tablespoons

10. Add cream cheese and ground chili. Mix well.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cottage cheese: 2 tablespoons
    • Ground chili pepper: 0.5 teaspoon

11. Transfer the mass to heat-resistant containers, sprinkle with the remaining cheese on top, and season with dried herbs.

    Required ingredients:

    • Grated Parmesan cheese: 10 tablespoons
    • Mixture of herbs: 0.5 teaspoon

12. Send to a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 15 minutes.