La soupe de moules au Safran d'Alsace de Julien Binz

Join Chef Julien Binz from Le Rendez-Vous de Chasse in Colmar as he guides you through crafting a delightful and authentic Alsatian Saffron Mussel Soup. This dish combines the delicate flavors of fresh mussels with the aromatic touch of Alsace saffron, creating a warm and savory dining experience perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

🥘 1 kg fresh mussels, cleaned
🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
🧅 1 medium onion, finely chopped
🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
🥕 1 carrot, diced
🍷 1 cup white wine
🌾 1 teaspoon Alsace saffron threads
🧂 Salt, to taste
🌾 Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
🥄 2 tablespoons heavy cream
🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare the Mussels:

• Rinse the mussels under cold water, removing any beards and discarding any with open shells that do not close when tapped.

2- Cook the Vegetables:

• In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion, garlic, and carrot.
• Sauté these ingredients until the onion is translucent and the carrot is tender, about 5 minutes.

3- Infuse the Saffron:

• Pour the white wine into the pot and bring it to a simmer.
• Add the Alsace saffron threads.
• Let them steep in the wine for about 2 minutes, allowing their flavors and color to infuse.

4- Cook the Mussels:

• Increase the heat to high and add the cleaned mussels to the pot.
• Cover the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally, until all the mussel shells have opened.
• Discard any that remain closed.

5- Finish the Soup:

• Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
• Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

6- Serve:

• Ladle the soup into serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Equipment:

• Large pot with lid
• Knife and cutting board
• Wooden spoon

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure all mussels are fresh and properly cleaned before cooking.
• Adjust the amount of saffron to taste, but remember that a little goes a long way.

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