Mystic Seaport Mussels With Garlic Recipe

Name: Mystic Seaport Mussels With Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small red pepper, finely diced; 1 small onion, finely minced; 3 garlic cloves, finely minced; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ½ cup dry white wine; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 garlic cloves, whole; 4 lbs mussels

Servings: persons

1
Heat butter and oil in saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add red pepper, onion, minced garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, about 4 minutes or until vegetable are soft.
3
Add wine and salt; cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
4
Remove from heat.
5
Stir in parsley and keep warm.
6
Scrub mussels.
7
Cut away beard and rinse well.
8
Discard any mussels with broken shells and those that do not close whhen knife point touches inside muscle.
9
Fill a large pot with an inch of water; bring to boil over high heat.
10
Add whole garlic cloves and mussels.
11
Cover and cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shells open.
12
Discard any unopened mussels.
13
Place mussels on serving platter and pour warm sauce over them to serve.

319

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small red pepper, finely diced, 1 small onion, finely minced, and more.

Yes, Mystic Seaport Mussels With Garlic 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mystic Seaport Mussels With Garlic

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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