Garlic Butter Mussels with Fresh Herbs

Indulge in a flavorful dish of mussels cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, garnished with fresh herbs. This dish is quick to prepare and brings a taste of the sea right to your table.

Main Dish
easy 15 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Rinse the mussels under cold water, scrubbing the shells to remove any dirt. Discard any mussels that are open and do not close when tapped. 2. In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. 3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. 4. Add the cleaned mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels have opened. 5. Stir in the chopped parsley and basil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. 6. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Ingredients

200g fresh mussels 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white wine 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Lemon wedges for serving

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