Marolles Mussels & Belgian Ale

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Fresh mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of Belgian blonde ale, garlic, and herbs, finished with butter and lemon for a taste of Brussels' waterfront charm. This Belgian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs mussels, unsalted butter, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Belgian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place the scrubbed mussels in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the Belgian blonde ale and white wine, then bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat.
  2. Step 2: Cover the pot and steam for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until all mussels have opened (discard any that remain closed).
  3. Step 3: Remove the mussels with a slotted spoon and place them in a serving dish. Strain the cooking liquid into a small bowl, then return it to the pot.
  4. Step 4: Melt 2 tbsp butter in the pot over medium heat. Add the strained cooking liquid and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter, chopped parsley, dill, and lemon wedges. Simmer for 1 minute until the butter is melted and flavors are combined.
  5. Step 5: Pour the sauce over the mussels and serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

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