Mussels baked with parmesan and green onions

2 servings

35 minutes

Mussels baked with parmesan and green onions are a true delight of Italian cuisine, combining the tenderness of seafood with the rich creamy texture of the sauce. This recipe originated on the coast of Italy, where fresh mussels have always been part of the culinary heritage. The creamy garlic sauce adds a deep aroma to the dish, while parmesan provides an unmatched zest and a hint of nuttiness. Green onions add freshness, balancing the rich flavors. Baking makes the mussels tender, revealing their natural taste and allowing the ingredients to harmonize. Serving with lemon wedges enhances the marine notes, turning each portion into a true gastronomic pleasure. These mussels are perfect as an appetizer or festive dish that highlights the elegance and simplicity of Italian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 433.7
• Proteins: 17.8g
• Fats: 36.2g
• Carbohydrates: 9.3g

Ingredients

• Mussels: 120 g
• Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Cream 20%: 200 ml
• Green onions: 30 g
• Butter: 20 g
• Garlic: 4 clove
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Chop the green onion finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 30 g

2. Grate the Parmesan cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 50 g

3. Heat the pan, add butter and squeeze in garlic. Stir and fry for no more than 1 minute. Pour in the cream, add salt and pepper, and cook while stirring constantly until the cream thickens (about 5 minutes).

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 20 g
   • Garlic: 4 cloves
   • Cream 20%: 200 ml
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Spread the creamy garlic sauce over the mussels. Top with grated cheese mixed with green onions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mussels: 120 g
   • Parmesan cheese: 50 g
   • Green onions: 30 g

5. Place the stuffed mussels on a baking sheet lined with foil and bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes at 200 degrees. Serve the cooked mussels with lemon.