Garlic Butter Mussels with Herbs

Indulge in these succulent mussels cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs. This quick and easy dish is perfect for a solo gourmet experience or when entertaining guests.

Main Dish
easy 15 min 350 cal
Steps

1. Begin by cleaning the mussels under cold running water, scrubbing the shells to remove any debris. 2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. 4. Add the cleaned mussels to the saucepan, stirring to coat them in the garlic butter. 5. Cover the saucepan and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking occasionally, until the mussels have opened. 6. Remove from heat, stir in the fresh parsley, basil, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. 7. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.

Ingredients

250g fresh mussels 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped 1 teaspoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste Crusty bread (for serving)

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