Classic Belgian Moule Frites - Inspired Cuisine

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fresh mussels
• 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
• 2 large shallots, thinly sliced or 1/2 sweet onion diced (about 1/2 cup)
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1 cup white wine
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup crème fraîsche, or 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3-4 sprigs fresh parsley, minced
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp whole grain mustard
• French Fries
• 1 tbsp Hellman's mayonnaise/person for dipping French Fries