Jun 09 2026
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Black Mussel Recipe

Inspired by Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar Mesa
Time30m
Serves4

Make Black Mussel Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Mussels

    Rinse the black mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells with a brush to remove any debris. Remove the beards (the fibrous strands) by pulling them off.

  2. 2

    Chop Aromatics

    Finely chop the garlic, shallots, and parsley. Set aside for later use.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and shallots, sautéing until they are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

  2. 4

    Add Mussels and Wine

    Add the cleaned black mussels to the pot, followed by the white wine. Stir gently to coat the mussels with the aromatics.

  3. 5

    Cook the Mussels

    Cover the pot with a lid and steam the mussels over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that remain closed.

  4. 6

    Season and Garnish

    Remove the pot from heat. Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the mussels and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Mussels

    Transfer the mussels to a serving platter, ensuring to include some of the broth. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

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