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Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels

Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels: A Simple Seafood Delight

Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels brings together succulent mussels and a rich garlic butter sauce, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mussels
  • 2 pounds cleaned mussels be sure to clean and debeard them before cooking
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter adds richness to the sauce
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves minced garlic fresh garlic is best for flavor
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional for added kick
  • 1 cup dry white wine can substitute with broth for non-alcoholic version
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 juiced lemon use fresh juice for maximum flavor
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest adds freshness
  • salt adjust to taste
  • pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot or deep skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot over medium heat until foamy.
  2. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and a pinch of red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of dry white wine and bring to a gentle simmer, reducing for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully add 2 pounds of cleaned mussels, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Once mussels open, squeeze the juice of one lemon and add zest. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the mussels and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Enjoy with crusty bread or over pasta for a complete meal.

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