Mussels With White Wine

Ingredients for Mussels With White Wine

• 1 large egg yolk

• 1 garlic clove, finely grated

• 1 teaspoon (or more) fresh lemon juice

• 60ml vegetable oil

• 60ml extra-virgin olive oil

• Kosher salt

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped

• Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• 2 tablespoons tomato paste

• 120ml white wine

• 1.8kg mussels, debearded, scrubbed

• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

• Sliced country-style bread, toasted (for serving)

How to make Mussels With White Wine

Whisk egg yolk, garlic, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Whisking constantly, drizzle in vegetable oil, then olive oil in a slow, steady stream; whisk until aioli is emulsified. Season with salt and more lemon juice, if desired. Cover; chill.

DO AHEAD: Aioli can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring, until it begins to darken, about 2 minutes. Add wine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is slightly reduced, about 1 minute.

Add mussels and 120ml water to pot, cover, and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mussels open (discard any that do not open), 10-12 minutes.

Ladle mussels and broth into shallow bowls and top with thyme; serve with bread and lemon aioli.

Disclaimer

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