Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMercantile Dining and ProvisionBang Island Mussels Recipe

Bang Island Mussels Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

fall pesto, white wine, grilled bread

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Ingredients

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Mussels

Grilled Bread

Method

Prepare the Mussels

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any grit or barnacles. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

  2. 2

    Cook the Mussels

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cleaned mussels and white wine. Cover the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.

  3. 3

    Add Pesto

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fall pesto. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Prepare the Grilled Bread

  1. 4

    Slice the Bread

    Slice the baguette or ciabatta loaf into 1-inch thick slices.

  2. 5

    Grill the Bread

    Brush each slice with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder. Grill on medium heat for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden and crispy.

Serve

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the mussels in a large bowl with the grilled bread on the side for dipping into the flavorful broth.

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