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The Drunken Mussel is an Irish Favourite

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The Drunken Mussel is an Irish Favourite

Description

St. Patrick's Day is upon us once more, bringing waves of green clothing and face paint, sparkling shamrocks – and most enjoyable of all – cold beer. For those looking for an authentic and fun Irish inspired meal to accompany their celebrations, they need look no further than fresh cultivated Atlantic Canadian drunken mussels.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :5 Min

Cook Time : 0 Min

Total Time : 5 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 6
  • 5 mussels
  • 1 butter
  • 1⁄4 celery
  • 1⁄4 shallots
  • 1pinch salt and pepper
  • 12 beer
  • 1 lemon
  • flat leaf parsley

Directions

  • Stir the fresh blue mussels in a colander while rinsing in tap water. Set aside for a few minutes. Tap any that are open and discard those that don't close in response to the tap.
  • Add 1 tablespoon butter to pot, cook chopped onion and celery, salt and pepper, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the beer and fresh mussels.
  • Cover and steam over high heat until the mussels are open (6–8 minutes).
  • Squeeze the lemon juice over the mussels, add some parsley and pour into a large bowl to share. Don't forget to sip the sauce.
Mary Jenny

Mary Jenny

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