Garlic Butter Mussels with Lemon and Parsley

Indulge in a delightful dish of mussels steamed to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, brightened with fresh lemon and parsley. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light dinner or elegant appetizer.

Steps

1. Rinse the mussels under cold water and remove any beards. 2. In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. 3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 4. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. 5. Add the cleaned mussels, cover the pot, and steam for about 5 minutes until the mussels open. 6. Squeeze in the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. 7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

250g fresh mussels 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup white wine Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped Lemon wedges, for serving