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