Steamed Mussels

Ingredients - Serves 2

• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Lemon - 1, sliced
• Parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Butter - 2 tablespoons
• Shallots - 2, finely chopped
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• White wine - 1 cup
• Mussels - 2 pounds

Let's Get Started

1. Clean the mussels by scrubbing them under cold water and removing any beards.
2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the white wine, parsley, lemon slices, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
4. Add the mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened.
5. Discard any mussels that did not open.
6. Serve the steamed mussels in bowls, with the broth poured over the top. Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Appetizer
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Calories: 250
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 12g
• Protein: 30g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 2g