Garlic White Wine Mussels

500g fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 small shallot, finely chopped 100ml dry white wine 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tbsp butter Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and black pepper to taste Crusty bread for serving (optional)

A simple and flavorful main dish featuring fresh mussels steamed in a garlic and white wine broth, enhanced with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Steps

1. Rinse the mussels under cold water and discard any that are open and do not close when tapped. 2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and shallot, sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 2 minutes). 3. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. 4. Add the mussels to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for 5-7 minutes, shaking the pot occasionally until all mussels have opened. 5. Discard any mussels that remain closed. 6. Stir in the butter, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. 7. Serve immediately with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.