Mussels Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

White Wine | Garlic | Shallot | Butter | Grilled Sourdough

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Ingredients

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1
Clean the Mussels
Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt or debris. Remove the beards (the fibrous strands) by pulling them away from the shell.
2
Prepare the Sourdough
While the mussels are soaking, preheat the grill or a grill pan. Brush the sourdough slices lightly with olive oil on both sides.

3
Cook the Aromatics
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4
Add the Mussels and Wine
Pour the dry white wine into the pot and increase the heat to high. Once the wine starts to simmer, add the cleaned mussels to the pot. Cover the pot with a lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened up.
5
Toast the Sourdough
While the mussels are cooking, place the oiled sourdough slices on the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
6
Serve
Once the mussels are opened, remove them from heat. Discard any mussels that remain closed. Serve the mussels in a bowl with the cooking liquid poured over them, accompanied by the grilled sourdough for dipping.