Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the fresh mussels under cold running water. Scrub the shells with a brush to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards (the fibrous strands) by pulling them away from the shell.
2
Prepare the Aromatics
Finely chop the garlic and shallots. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and shallots. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they are soft and fragrant.
4
Add Wine and Mussels
Pour in the white wine and increase the heat to high. Once the wine is boiling, add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes until the mussels have opened up.
5
Season and Serve
Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Discard any mussels that did not open. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mussels and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley before serving.