I’m not entirely familiar with beer and food pairings but I discovered an appreciation for it when I attended the recently concluded Ultimate Taste Test 2015.
It was sponsored by San Miguel Lifestyle Brews, San Miguel’s finest beers crafted with the choicest ingredients and brewed in small batches. It is composed of three beers namely San Miguel Premium All Malt, San Miguel Super Dry, and Cerveza Negra.
Like what I’ve said before, beer and food pairing is new to me. And because of my newfound love and appreciation for it, I’ve decided to explore it further by having my own beer pairings at home. Isn’t it exciting?
To get the ball rolling, I’m starting with San Miguel Premium All Malt.
According to the website, San Miguel Premium All Malt is a brew that is truly meant for those who enjoy the finer things in life. After all, its malty aroma and pleasant hop notes come from a harmonious blend of hops and carefully selected pilsen malt picked from world-class farms in Europe, Australia, and North America resulting in a smooth, full-flavored, slightly sweetish, golden, premium lager with balanced bitterness.
For my inexperienced palate, I find it less bitter than regular beer and has a malty flavor. I guess these qualities are what makes it perfect to pair with seafood or white meats like chicken.
Today, I paired it with creamy Mussels and Fries. The mussels are simmered in garlic and cream. Then curry powder is added to provide a little depth in flavor. The french fries is there to satisfy the craving for something salty and starchy — more of like a savory ending to a perfect pairing.
Call a friend. Pull up a chair. Spread some old newspaper. Don’t worry about making a mess of the shells….. then have the best conversation you haven’t had for a long time. Gossip, laugh, be silly.
The creamy flavor of the sea paired with San Miguel Premium All Malt is simply captivating.
For more information about San Miguel Premium All-Malt, visit the website: www.sanmiguellifestylebrews.com or like the Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/sanmiguellifestylebrews.
- 1Kg Mussels, cleaned and beards removed
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup light cream or ⅔ cup all purpose cream + ⅓ cup milk
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- you can use ready made fries from the grocery or 3 pieces potatoes, clean and cut
- oil for frying
- salt and pepper to taste
- Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté garlic and onions until onion become translucent.
- Add cream and curry powder. Stir and bring to a boil.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can add milk to thin it out.
- Add mussels and cook/simmer for 5 minutes or until mussels open.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat oil in a pan, fry potatoes/frozen fries until golden brown
- season with salt
- Serve with San Miguel Premium All Malt Beer
I love beer! And mussels. And fries. So you wrote this post just for me, yes? 😉
Good to know. John! LOL!
I’m not a beer drinker, but I love mussels. I can’t wait to try your recipe.
Thanks Our Family World.
I really like mussels. I haven’t had them in forever but now you have me craving them. I will have to make some soon.
Oh you have to make them really soon!
My husband would love this. I can see him enjoying this while watching a game.
I’m sure he will. 🙂 Thanks for dropping by Erica!
My husband would love this, too. The mussels look amazing!
Thanks!
I have also tried out these beer variants in the last UTT2015. It’s nice how you found a great food pairing for these drinks!
Thanks Roch!
This would so be something my brother would love to try. I would try the fries and the San Miguel but not the mussels which I never liked. I will have to share this recipe with my brother who loves mussels. Thanks for the recipe.
you’re welcome. I’m sure your brother will love this.
That sounds like an awesome pairing. I love when a great beer totally makes the meal.
Same here! Thanks Robin!
I really enjoy a good beer and like to pair it with a good meal. I’m not a fan of mussels but I love fries!
I think you’d enjoy his meal, though.
I have never been a big fan of seafood, but this looks too good not to at least try!
Thanks Jeanette!
This sounds like a great combo to me! I think my boyfriend and I would love sharing a meal like this!
I know you’d love a meal like this.
Wow – your images and post make it look and sound wonderful – I’ve not had mussels in years – your recipe sounds yummy – Would love to taste the Malt Beer by San Miguel – just to see the difference –
Thanks Donna!
Mussels, fries, and malt beer? Sounds like a winner to me! This is exactly the kind of meal my husband and I love to have on date night.
Thanks Stacie!
This looks like a super yummy recipe. And you can never go wrong with fries! I will have to give it a try.
Thanks Britni!
I’ll have to tell my sister about the beer. I’d love to try mussels sometime because I have never had any. I love French Fry sandwiches :).
I think you’ll love these mussels!
These are great food and beverage to have while chatting with friends. Thanks for sharing this idea.
you’re welcome Miles.
I am not a fan of any of these two but am sure beer lovers would enjoy this combo!
I’m sure they will.
I love everything about this post. Moules Frites are some of my favorite things in the world (and I’ve only had them a couple of times haha-they’re so good!) Plus, pair that with a really good beer? Want. Great post, and great photos.
Oh thank you so much Angie!
This looks like a delicious dish to make. I will have to give it a try this weekend.
Thanks Ann!
This sounds like a delicious pairing. I may have to try this combination and share it with my brother. He is a bit of a connoiseur.
Im very sure he would love the pairing.
Beer and fries sound good to me! I would love to taste this. I have never had mussels actually!
Really??? You should really try it.
I have actually never tried mussels before. This sounds like a good pairing though, thanks for sharing.
you’re welcome ashleigh
Not a fan of mussels but my husband would be all over that malt beer. Looks like a great combination together.
It’s a superb combination!
I love trying different craft beers, especially those brewed in my area. I should start considering what they pair well with.
Sometimes it’s surprising to know!
My husband enjoys drinking malt beer. Also, my daughter loves mussels. This whole meal looks delicious!
Thanks Dawn!
Not a fan of beer or mussels but it doesn’t look like a bad dish! My husband might really like this one!
I’m sure he will. Thanks!
What a great food pairing with beer and mussels + fries, thank you for sharing! I cant wait to try this out at home, I can see my boyfriend really enjoying this dish 🙂
I’m sure he will enjoy this.
Never eaten mussels before and I don’t drink beer but I’m sure my husband would appreciate a meal like this when he is watching a sporting game.
I’m sure he’ll love it.
I’ve never had mussels before, and I’m still not brave enough to try them. The beer, however, is something that I would like to sample.
Oh mussels are definitely something you shouldn’t be scared of trying.
Oooo what else could be better than mussels and beer?!?! Sounds like such a tasty combo!
It is. Thanks Courtneylynne!
I’ve never had mussels before!! *gasp* But your pairings look absolutely delicious. Can’t wait to try it
Oh I’m sure you’ll love mussells!
I am not a drinker but the guys would love to throw down on some muscles while watching the game lol
I’m sure they are. This is a great pairing.
That combination looks fantastic… definitely a great entertaining combination! And I can’t eat or drink any of that and it still looks appealing!!
Thanks!
I love mussels and fries but not beer. 🙂
I’m new to appreciating beer, myself.
Beer and food pairings is new to me as well! This looks like a tasty recipe, and great idea to finish it off with some salty fries! Yum!
Thanks Stephanie!
This is an awesome combination. Beer tastes so good with seafood, I wouldn’t mind trying this. Thanks for sharing!
Yes, it does! You’re welcome.
Great combo! Will definitely try!
Thanks Kharla!
The mussels look so good. This will be great for a guys night out.
Thanks Madz!
Your photos are so inviting! I was salivating while reading through your post!
Thanks Rizza!
peachy! best ever ive seen on your blog! hahaha. seriously will try copying this though 🙂
Thanks Sarah!
Oh my kakagutom! I’m not a beer drinker but that food looks so great!
Thanks Marie!
This is great combo. I must share this to my friends who loves to drink. I am more in “pulutan” than drinks kasi e.
I bet you’d love the musssels.
This whole meal looks awesome. I bet my husband would really like this beer!
I’m sure he would.
I’ll have to get my dad and my uncles to try it I’ll bet they would love it a lot.
I bet they will.
This meal looks absolutely amazing! I love the pictures!
Thanks Jonathan.
My first to hear of that beer brand. The recipe sounds great to me!
Thanks ROsey!
The mussels looks yum! I should try this at home 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
you’re welcome Aubrey!
Me and my husband would have occasional servings of beer over some chips while watching movies at home late at night… we haven’t tried that one from san miguel yet but it looks interesting…plus the mussels and fries!! A favorite!!! Thanks for sharing the recipe! I will try this! 🙂
I hope you like it. Thanks!
This is a very good idea and quite easy to make too. I am sure hubby will like this. Perfect for the New Year’s count down.
I am absolutely sure he will.
Looks like a good combo. You just gave me an idea for the Christmas Party, lol. wink!
Thanks Shelly!
I’m not a big beer drinker but I like the San Miguel All Malt Beer compared to their other variants. The creamy mussels look yummy. I’m gonna try them at home!
Thanks Janice!
I don’t drink but you made me crave for fries, hehe. I like eating mussels too. You are right, they are perfect with beer.
Thanks Mommy Maye!
Haven’t tried that beer before but it seems like a great paring of food and beer for a tasty snack.
Oh yes it is.
I used to love beer. That was back when I was still younger. But the fries, I’d take any time of the day!
These fries are really good. How about mussels?
oh great pair! seafood always goes great with beer, that’s tried and tested =)
I agree!
BEER! Sarap talaga ng beer pag holidays! Lalu na with fries and mussels. Hehehe. I also have no idea with food pairings. Usually I just base food pairings sa mga nakikita ko sa mga menu. =)
heeehee. Thanks Rhoda!