Loading Search Bar...
READY IN
35 mins
Graham's Mediterranean Mussels Recipe

Graham's Mediterranean Mussels

Rating 4-0 out of 5 - Most cooks definitely will make this recipe again
Graham

Recipe by  

Graham's Mediterranean Mussels is a simple dish with big tasty Mediterranean flavours. Soft mussels with the sweetness of chick peas and onions to contrast against the fresh, crisp fennel, all finished with fresh chives and lemon zest to lift the flavour one more level.

      Preparation Time: 15 Minutes

      Cooking Time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients for Graham's Mediterranean Mussels

If you are not familiar with any ingredients, please check our International Cooking Terms page.
US Imperial Measurements  UK Imperial Measurements  Metric Measurements

Currently displaying quantities in US Imperial Measurements
to serve 4:
FOR THE MUSSELS
2 lb
uncooked mussels
¼ pint
dry white wine
2 oz
butter
1
onion
1 stick
celery
 
bouquet garni
FOR THE REMAINDER
3 tablespoons
duck fat
1 medium
onion
2 cloves
garlic
1 bulb
fresh fennel
1 x 12oz can
chick peas in brine
1
lemon
¼ pint
white wine
 
salt and pepper
20 - 30 stalks
fresh chives
 
crushed chili flakes

 

How to Cook Graham's Mediterranean Mussels

  1. Cook the mussels. Strain off all the liquid and solids retaining only the mussels. Set to one side to cool a little, then remove the shells.
  2. Cut the fennel in half (you'll only be using one half in this recipe). Slice it thin. Peel and chop the garlic. Drain the chick peas and rinse them in fresh water. Chop the chives and grate (shred) the zest from the lemon.
  3. Peel and chop the onion. Melt the duck fat in a large frying pan (skillet) and add the chopped onion. Cook gently for 5-6 minutes until translucent. Increase the heat a little and add the olive oil, garlic and fennel and sauté for about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the chick peas, white wine and lemon zest. Allow everything to come to the simmer, then add the shelled mussels. Season well with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Allow the mussels to come quickly back to heat (without further cooking) then sprinkle in the chopped chives and a pinch or two of chili flakes. Remove from the heat and serve immediately with crusty whole wheat bread.


Graham GRAHAM'S HOT TIP:
If you prefer to use flat leaf parsley in place of chives - no problem!
 
Print Kitchen-Friendly View

Reviews of Graham's Mediterranean Mussels

Rating 4 out of 5 - Many cooks will make this recipe again August 24 2013
Amazingly tasty! I made it for a little lunch with 'the girls' and we washed it down with some chilled white wine. It was very good. Takes a bit of time but the result is worth it
(1 review)
 

Your Rating

Click to rate this recipe 'Hate It'Click to rate this recipe 'Didn't Like It'Click to rate this recipe 'Not Bad'Click to rate this recipe 'Liked It'Click to rate this recipe 'Loved It'
(click a star to select)

Your Review
(Max. 1000 characters) ....  characters left.


 Reviewer Logout
QUICK RATING
Please help us to provide the recipes you want by rating this recipe for content, clarity, originality or any other criteria that matter to you. Just select the relevant icon and then click...


Divine

Lovely

S'okay!

Hmmm!

C'mon!

Yaach!

Thank You... your feedback is important to us.
 
 

What To Eat Tonight

21 Tasty Italian Dinners
21 Tasty Italian Dinners

Italian food has a great reputation for a very good reason - it's great food! Don't miss the chance to cook Italian with us.

38 Ways with Sausages
38 Ways with Sausages

Pork, beef, turkey, it doesn't matter - a sausage is a great way to get protein on you plate quickly and easily with maximum pleasure!

14 Weeknight Stir Fry Recipes
14 Weeknight Stir Fry Recipes

Stir-fried foods are a great way to get a meal together quickly and, with our range of recipes, you need never be stuck for ideas again.

Other Fish & Seafood Recipes

Scallops with Garlic and Parsley
Scallops with Garlic and Parsley

Scallops with Garlic and Parsley are called "Coquilles St. Jacques à la Provençal" in France, which strikes me as much more romantic !

Mackerel with Mustard and Oats
Mackerel with Mustard and Oats

Mackerel has a very distinct and rich flavour and I find this method of cooking compliments this well. This dish is a true cold-weather winner.

Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc
Mackerel in White Wine - Maquereaux au Vin Blanc

Mackerel in White Wine is a speciality of North-Western France. Washed down with a glass of fresh Muscadet, there's nothing to beat it.

 

 
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © 2026 NeedARecipe.com
By accessing this site, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. Please read them.
up