Garlic Butter Mussels with Herbs

Indulge in this simple yet elegant dish of steamed mussels, flavored with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread to soak up the savory broth.

Main Dish
easy 15 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Clean the mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells and removing any beards. 2. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. 3. Pour in the white wine (or seafood broth) and bring to a simmer. 4. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mussels open up. 5. Once cooked, remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and basil. Season with salt and pepper. 6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and some crusty bread to enjoy the delicious broth.

Ingredients

500g fresh mussels 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white wine (or seafood broth) 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for serving

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