Aïoli – Cod, Mussels, Shrimps & Vegetables

Description

A traditional Provençal dish served
during festive occasions: a platter of
perfectly cooked vegetables and
seafood — potatoes, green beans,
carrots, cod, mussels, and shrimp —
accompanied by a rich homemade
garlic mayonnaise (aïoli). A generous,
colorful, and convivial Christmas dish
with Mediterranean spirit.

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Recipe

Prepare the vegetables
1. Peel the potatoes and cut them in half.
2. Peel and slice the carrots.
3. Trim the green beans.
4. Cook the potatoes in salted water for 20 minutes (until tender).
5. Cook the carrots and green beans in boiling salted water for 10–12 minutes.
6. Drain each vegetable separately and set aside.

Cook the mussels
1. Rinse the mussels thoroughly.
2. Heat a pot with a splash of water, cover, and cook the mussels for 3–4 minutes until
they open.
3. Remove from heat and discard any that remain closed.
4. Keep the mussels warm.

Cook the shrimp
1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes until pink.
3. Drain and set aside.

Cook the cod
1. Heat a pot of lightly salted water with a splash of lemon juice.
2. Slide in the cod fillets and poach for 8–10 minutes on low heat.
3. Drain carefully so the fish stays whole.

Prepare the aïoli
1. Peel the garlic cloves and crush them into a paste.
2. Place garlic, egg yolk, and mustard (optional) in a bowl.
3. Whisk while slowly pouring in the olive oil, creating a thick mayonnaise.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and a few drops of lemon juice.
5. Keep refrigerated until serving.

Plating
1. Arrange the vegetables neatly on a large platter.
2. Add the cod fillets, shrimp, and mussels.
3. Serve the aïoli in a bowl at the center.
4. Optional: garnish with lemon wedges and fresh herbs