Mussels according to the Mediterranean recipe
2 servings
20 minutes
Mussels prepared Mediterranean style is a true gastronomic journey into the depths of traditional cuisine from the warm Mediterranean shores. Their delicate sea flavor pairs wonderfully with white wine, creating a light aromatic sauce infused with subtle notes of garlic, onion, and parsley. Melted cheese adds a silky texture to the dish, while cream makes it particularly rich and tender. This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or festive gathering, offering the flavor harmony that Mediterranean cuisine is famous for. Cooking mussels is easy, and the result is always exquisite—each shell filled with a rich sauce that conveys the warmth of the sun and the aroma of sea breeze. It's an excellent combination of simplicity in preparation and sophistication in taste that delights both gourmets and seafood lovers.
1
Sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil. Then add the previously thawed mussels, cook them briefly, and add wine.
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 0.5 head
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Mussels: 500 g
- Dry white wine: 1 glass
2
When the alcohol has evaporated by half, add cheese, parsley, and black pepper.
- Cheese: 200 g
- Chopped parsley: 1 tablespoon
3
Wait for the cheese to melt in the wine, then add cream to taste, bring to a boil, and remove from heat.
- Cream: 200 ml