Blue Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Mussels
Rinse the blue mussels under cold running water to remove any sand or debris. Discard any mussels that are open or damaged.
2
Chop the Vegetables
Finely chop the garlic, shallots, and parsley. Set aside.
3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
4
Sauté the Garlic and Shallots
Add the chopped garlic and shallots to the pot. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, or until they become fragrant and translucent.
5
Add White Wine
Pour in the white wine and bring it to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes to reduce the wine slightly.
6
Cook the Mussels
Add the prepared blue mussels to the pot. Cover with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until all the mussels have opened. Discard any that remain closed.
7
Season and Serve
Add salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley to the pot. Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the mussels and stir gently. Serve immediately with crusty bread.