Easy Smoked Mussels With Garlic Butter Recipe

Name: Easy Smoked Mussels With Garlic Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 3 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded; 1/4 cup (2 oz.) salted butter, cubed; 2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic (about 2 medium garlic cloves); 3/4 cup apple wood chips; 4 lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 pounds mussels, scrubbed and debearded
1/4 cup (2 oz.) salted butter, cubed
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic (about 2 medium garlic cloves)
3/4 cup apple wood chips
4 lemon wedges

1
Stir together oil, parsley, chives, tarragon, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.
2
Preheat grill to high (450u00b0F to 500u00b0F). Place mussels, butter, and garlic in a 14- x 11-inch disposable aluminum pan.
3
Prick a dozen dime-sized holes on 1 end of a 20- x 13-inch disposable aluminum pan. Place wood chips over holes, and place pan on grill with wood chips directly over flame. Heat until chips start to smoke, about 10 minutes. Place foil pan with mussels onto grate beside pan with wood chips. Cover both pans tightly with aluminum foil. Grill, covered, until mussels are opened, about 15 minutes. Discard any mussels that have not opened.
4
Place mussels in a large bowl, and drizzle with butter mixture from cooking pan. Sprinkle with herb mixture; serve with lemon wedges.

430

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon, and more.

Yes, Easy Smoked Mussels With Garlic Butter falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Easy Smoked Mussels With Garlic Butter

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