Vegetarian Steamed Mussels in White Wine

Experience the ocean's essence plant-based style with our Vegetarian Steamed "Mussels" in White Wine—a sophisticated twist on a classic seafood dish. Tender oyster mushrooms take the spotlight, mimicking the texture and flavor of mussels, while a fragrant broth of dry white wine, vegetable stock, and fresh herbs like thyme and parsley brings depth to every bite. Aromatic shallots and garlic infuse the dish with savory warmth, and a hint of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Perfectly paired with crusty bread or baguette to soak up every drop of the flavorful broth, this elegant recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an indulgent yet easy meal perfect for vegetarians and food lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Oyster mushrooms (or king oyster mushrooms)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 medium Shallots, finely minced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 200 milliliters Dry white wine
• 100 milliliters Vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 loaf Crusty bread or baguette, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Clean the oyster mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth. Tear larger mushrooms into smaller pieces to resemble the size and shape of mussels.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced shallots and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent, but not browned.

Step 4

Stir in the thyme sprigs and bay leaf, allowing them to release their aroma for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the oyster mushrooms to the pan and toss gently to coat them in the aromatic oil mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 6

Pour in the white wine and vegetable stock, and stir gently to combine. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and allow the mushrooms to steam for 5 minutes, or until tender.

Step 8

Remove the lid and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Serve the vegetarian steamed 'mussels' in shallow bowls with the cooking broth, accompanied by slices of crusty bread or baguette for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1155.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1705.6

Total Fat 36.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3487.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 237.0mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2167.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.7%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 67.3%