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Blueberry Ale, Red Onion, Lime PEI Mussels

Island StylePEI mussel farmers lead the way in producing approximately 80% of the North American mussel production. The PEI mussel industry is a shining example of how nutritious and delicious food can be produced and harvested in a sustainable way.

Health Fact } PEI mussels are rich in protein and zinc and are low in fat and cholesterol.

BLUEBERRY ALE, RED ONION AND LIME STEAMED PEI MUSSELS
2016-05-25 10:02:58
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Ingredients
  1. 2 pounds PEI Mussels
  2. ½ each Red Onion, sliced
  3. 1 clove Garlic, minced
  4. 1 each Lime, zested and juiced
  5. ½ bottle Gahan Blueberry Ale
  6. 1 cup Cucumber, medium dice
  7. to taste Salt & Black Pepper
  8. 4-5 leaves Fresh Basil, chopped
Instructions
  1. Place mussels in a colander and rinse under cold running waterto remove any dirt or sand; do not submerge.
  2. In a large pot combine mussels, red onion, garlic, lime zest & juice, and blueberry ale; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-high and steam mussels for 5-7 minutes or until all of
  3. the mussel shells have opened.
  4. Mix cucumbers into mussels and season with salt & black pepper. Place mussels and broth into a serving bowl. Discard any unopened shells. Garnish with basil and serve hot. If desired,
  5. serve with crusty bread to soak up broth.
  6. Chef’s Tip: If pairing with Honeydew Apiaries Robin Rhubarb Mead, replace Blueberry Ale with 1 cup of Honeydew Apiaries Robin Rhubarb Mead.
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