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Margherita Mussels Recipe

Inspired by Tre Scalini Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

PEI mussels steamed with garlic, basil, coconut milk, tequila, and garnished with a fresh lime

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Ingredients

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Mussels and Broth

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Prepare the Mussels

Rinse the PEI mussels under cold water to remove any debris. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped.

2

Sauté Garlic

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

3

Add Ingredients

Stir in the tequila and cook for another minute. Then, add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

4

Steam the Mussels

Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.

5

Finish with Basil

Once the mussels are cooked, remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6

Serve

Serve the mussels hot, garnished with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.