Green Mussel Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the green mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any dirt or barnacles. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.
2
Chop the Garlic and Parsley
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Rinse the fresh parsley under cold water, shake off excess moisture, and chop it roughly.
3
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice from one half and set aside. Cut the other half into wedges for garnish.

4
Sauté Garlic
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.
5
Add Mussels and Wine
Add the cleaned green mussels to the pot along with the white wine, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
6
Cook Mussels
Cover the pot and increase the heat to high. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened up. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
7
Finish with Parsley and Lemon Juice
Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the chopped parsley and the lemon juice. Mix well to combine.

8
Plate the Mussels
Transfer the mussels to a serving dish, pouring the broth over them. Garnish with lemon wedges and additional chopped parsley if desired.
9
Serve Immediately
Serve the green mussels warm with crusty bread on the side for dipping in the flavorful broth.