Mussels in garlic-cream sauce with lemon juice
2 servings
15 minutes
Mussels in garlic cream sauce with lemon juice is a refined dish of Mediterranean cuisine that combines the tenderness of seafood with rich creamy and spicy notes. This recipe reflects the traditions of coastal regions where fresh mussels are valued for their delicate flavor. The velvety sauce infused with garlic and curry aroma adds depth and zest to the mollusks, while lemon juice refreshes their tenderness with a light citrus tang. Grilled lemon enhances the flavor harmony by revealing warm caramelized tones. The dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or festive gathering, served hot alongside the same sauce used to cook the mussels. It is a true gastronomic delight that evokes memories of sea breezes and cozy taverns in Mediterranean cities.
1
Place the mussels on a hot, oiled skillet. After a couple of minutes, pour in some boiling water.
- Mussels in shells: 500 g
2
In 3 minutes, pour in the cream.
- Cream 22%: 200 ml
3
Season with curry, add salt, and mix.
- Curry: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: pinch
4
After another 3 minutes, add the garlic pressed through a garlic press. Cook, stirring every 30 seconds, for about another 5 minutes.
- Garlic: 1 piece
5
Sear the lemon slice on each soft side in a dry grill pan (over high heat) until characteristic brown stripes appear.
6
Serve hot, using the sauce in which the mussels were cooked. Before serving, drizzle with lemon juice.