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Ingredients
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Mussels
Nasturtium
Method
Preparing the Mussels
- 1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the fresh mussels under cold water to remove any sand or debris. Use a brush to scrub the shells if necessary.
- 2
Steam the Mussels
Place the cleaned mussels in a pot with a little water. Cover and steam over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open up. Discard any that remain closed.
- 3
Prepare the Dressing
Finely chop the shallots and add them to a mixing bowl. Squeeze in the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Combine Mussels and Dressing
Once the mussels have cooled slightly, remove the meat from the shells and add to the dressing. Toss gently to coat.
Preparing the Nasturtium
- 5
Wash the Nasturtium
Rinse the nasturtium leaves and flowers under cold water to clean them. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- 6
Plate the Dish
On a serving plate, arrange the nasturtium leaves as a base. Spoon the mussel tartare mixture on top and garnish with nasturtium flowers.