Zeeuwse Mosselen in Witbier (Zeeland Mussels Steamed in Belgian/Dutch Wheat Beer & Leeks) – Authentic Netherlands Recipe
From the coastal province of Zeeland: sweet mussels steamed in a fragrant broth of leeks, celery, and wheat beer.
- Country of Origin
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands (Western Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Plump Zeeland blue mussels, Julienned leeks, Celery, Citrusy wheat beer or white wine, Flat-leaf parsley
Ingredients for Zeeuwse Mosselen in Witbier (Zeeland Mussels Steamed in Belgian/Dutch Wheat Beer & Leeks) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) plump Zeeland blue mussels, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups julienned leeks, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup celery
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with citrusy wheat beer or white wine
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Netherlands seasoning (flat-leaf parsley, garlic, butter)
- 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and citrusy wheat beer or white wine for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in flat-leaf parsley, garlic, butter and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Netherlands's kitchen.
- Add plump Zeeland blue mussels and julienned leeks, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
- Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
- Fold in celery, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.