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Basque Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Summa
Time30m
Serves4

Saffron, garlic, white wine, grilled bread.

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Ingredients

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Mussels and Broth

Method

Preparation and Cooking

1

Clean the Mussels

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

2

Prepare the Broth

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3

Add Wine and Saffron

Pour in the white wine and add the saffron threads. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

4

Cook the Mussels

Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover it with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the mussels open. Discard any that remain closed.

5

Season and Garnish

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in chopped parsley just before serving.

6

Serve

Serve the mussels hot with grilled bread on the side for dipping into the broth.