Module 16 · From the Sea
Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley
Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley is a keto dinner with 10.1 g net carbs, 17 g protein and 37 g fat per serving (441 kcal). It serves 2 and takes 25 minutes in total.
A big steaming pot of mussels in white wine, garlic, butter and cream. Mop up the sauce with a spoon instead of bread.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: milk, molluscs, sulphites. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 2 servings · Active time: 15 min · Total time: 25 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 10.1 g |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Fat | 37 g |
| Energy | 441 kcal |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 µg |
| Calcium | 81 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) | 0.6 g |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 1000 g live organic mussels in shell (about 250 g meat)
- 40 g organic butter
- 1 piece organic shallot, finely chopped
- 2 piece organic garlic cloves, sliced
- 100 ml dry white wine
- 100 ml organic double cream
- 15 g organic parsley, chopped
- 2 piece organic thyme sprigs
Step-by-step method
- Scrub the mussels and pull off the beards. Throw away any that stay open when tapped.
- Soften the shallot and garlic in the butter in a wide pot, 3 minutes.
- Add wine and thyme, bring to the boil, tip in the mussels and cover. Shake the pot and cook 4–5 minutes until opened.
- Lift the mussels into bowls; throw away any that stayed closed. Stir the cream and parsley into the pan juices and pour over.
Chef’s tips
- Most of the alcohol cooks off, and half the liquid stays in the pot.
- Only cook mussels that are alive and closed before cooking; discard any that do not open.
Variations
- Use coconut cream and coriander.
- Add a pinch of saffron.
Storage
Eat straight away; do not reheat mussels.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley?
One serving has 10.1 g net carbohydrates, 17 g protein and 37 g fat (441 kcal). The recipe makes 2 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley ahead, store or freeze it?
Eat straight away; do not reheat mussels.
Which allergens are in Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley?
It contains milk, molluscs and sulphites, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley gluten-free?
Yes. None of the ingredients contain gluten. Check the labels of processed ingredients such as stock or spices.
Can I vary Moules Marinière with Cream & Parsley?
Yes. Use coconut cream and coriander. Add a pinch of saffron.