Moules Frites

Name: Moules Frites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1,5 kg of mussels; 500 g of fries (frozen or homemade); 20 cl white wine; 1 onions ((medium)); 2 garlic cloves; a few sprigs of parsley (fresh); 30 g of butter; 10 cl of crème fraîche; pepper; salt

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Moules marinières are cooked in white wine and onions and served with fries. 🍟 It is a classic brasserie dish. Cooking time is very short.

Total time: 40 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €4.00

By the CookinBreak team

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

690kcal

Protein38 g23%
Carbs55 g33%
Fat32 g44%
Fiber6 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🔥 To make your fries even crispier, cook them a first time at 150°C to par-cook them, then plunge them into oil at 180°C for a second round of cooking. The result: perfectly golden, crunchy fries! 🍟

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Cooked mussels become rubbery. Cooked fries lose their texture. Not recommended.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Cooked mussels deteriorate quickly. Fries get soggy. Not suited to batch cooking.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Cleaned and debearded mussels (24h max in the fridge, in a damp towel). Peeled and cut potatoes, kept in cold water in the fridge.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Cooked mussels: reheating not recommended (rubbery texture, loss of flavor). Fries: microwave not recommended. Reheat in the oven (200°C, 5-10 min) or air fryer (a few minutes) to regain a little crispness, but the quality will be lower.

Variations

Add 10 cl of crème fraîche for a creamier sauce.
Add sliced celery or leek along with the onion.
Serve with a green salad and bread for the sauce.

Mistakes to avoid

Forgetting to sort the mussels: discard any that are already open and do not close when tapped.
Cooking too long: about 10 minutes over medium heat, until the mussels open.
Adding the parsley too early: add it just before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How do you prepare moules marinières?

Rinse the mussels, sauté the onion and garlic in the butter for 3 minutes, add the mussels, the white wine, pepper and a little salt, then cover and cook for about 10 minutes over medium heat.

How do you sort mussels before cooking?

Clean the mussels by rinsing them well in cold water. Discard any that are already open and do not close when tapped, before pouring them into the pot.

How do you make the fries for moules frites?

Bake frozen fries for about 20 minutes at 200°C, or cut potatoes into sticks and fry them for 5 to 8 minutes in oil at 180°C, until golden.

When should you add the cream and parsley?

Chop the parsley and add it to the mussels just before serving. For a creamier sauce, add 10 cl of crème fraîche and stir gently before plating with the fries.