Green Mussels

Green mussels are a delicious and nutritious seafood dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. This recipe will guide you through creating a flavorful and aromatic green mussel dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Green Mussels

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs green mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels have opened.
  5. Stir in the chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove from heat and serve the green mussels hot with crusty bread or over pasta.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
25 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Protein
20g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
5g

Supplies

Large pot Lid Stovetop

Tools

Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the green mussels with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to discard any mussels that do not open after cooking, as they may not be safe to eat.

Cost

$15