Description
Indulge in a mouthwatering recipe for garlic butter mussels with . Learn how to create this flavorful dish that will impress your dinner guests.
Ingredients
- 1 pound mussels (450 grams)
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil (57 grams)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth (120 milliliters)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15 milliliters)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (8 grams)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Clean and debeard the mussels under cold running water.
- Discard any mussels with broken shells or that do not close when tapped.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and , and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the lemon juice and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Season the broth with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the mussels to the pot and cover with a lid.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
- Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
- Stir in the chopped parsley.
- Transfer the mussels and sauce to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Thoroughly clean and debeard the mussels before cooking for safe consumption.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your desired level of spiciness.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for added color and flavor before serving.
