Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards (the fibrous strands) by pulling them off firmly.
2
Prepare Aromatics
Finely chop the garlic and shallots. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and set aside.

3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and shallots, and sauté until they are soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
4
Add Mussels and Wine
Pour the white wine into the pot with the sautéed garlic and shallots. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add the cleaned mussels and cover the pot.
5
Steam the Mussels
Cook the mussels for about 5-7 minutes, or until they have opened up. Shake the pot occasionally to ensure even cooking. Discard any mussels that remain closed.
6
Season and Serve
Once cooked, season the mussels with salt and black pepper. Stir in the chopped parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the mussels.