Description
Delight in the fresh flavors of Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels that bring the essence of the coast right to your dining table.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds mussels, fresh and prepped for cooking
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Crusty bread, for dipping
Instructions
- Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to clean. Discard any that are open and do not close when tapped.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the mussels with lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper in the pot.
- Cover the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking it occasionally until the mussels have opened.
- Stir in the fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve the mussels with crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.
Notes
For an added twist, consider adding crushed red pepper for heat or smoked paprika for depth.
