Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFlying MangoMuscle Beach Mussels Recipe

Muscle Beach Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Flying Mango
Time30m
Serves4

With garlic bread

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Ingredients

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Mussels and Garlic Bread

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt. Remove the beards by pulling them off.

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Cook Mussels

    Add the rinsed mussels to the pot along with the white wine, butter, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.

  4. 4

    Make Garlic Bread

    While the mussels are cooking, slice the French baguette in half lengthwise. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley. Spread the mixture on the cut sides of the baguette.

  5. 5

    Toast the Bread

    Place the prepared garlic bread under the broiler for about 2-3 minutes or until golden and crispy.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once the mussels are cooked, discard any that haven't opened. Serve the mussels in a bowl, garnished with chopped parsley, alongside the garlic bread.

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