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Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels

Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels - A Quick Seafood Sensation

Experience the delightful Lemon Garlic Butter Mussels, a quick seafood dish rich in bold flavors and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mussels
  • 1 pound fresh mussels cleaned and debearded
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • ½ cup dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot or deep skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the cleaned mussels, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until they open.
  5. Squeeze juice of 1 lemon over the pot, add lemon zest, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the sauce for the best experience.

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