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Creamy Mussel Soup

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A rich and comforting creamy mussel soup made with tender mussels, aromatic vegetables, and a velvety broth. This elegant seafood dish is both satisfying and full of delicate flavor.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4–6 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs (about 1 kg) fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 leek, white part only, thinly sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme (fresh or dried)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup dry white wine or fish stock
  • 4 cups seafood stock or chicken stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring white wine or fish stock to a simmer. Add mussels, cover, and cook for 5–7 minutes until they open. Remove mussels, discard any unopened ones, strain the liquid, and set aside.
  2. Remove most mussels from their shells, keeping some whole for garnish.
  3. In another pot, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add onion, leek, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in thyme and bay leaf, then add reserved mussel liquid and seafood stock.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  7. Lower heat and stir in cream. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice if using.
  8. Add mussels back to the soup and gently heat through without boiling.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with parsley and reserved mussels.

Notes

  • Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
  • Blend part of the soup for a thicker texture.
  • Add potatoes for a heartier variation.
  • Swap thyme for dill or tarragon for a different flavor.
  • Avoid boiling after adding cream to prevent curdling.

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