Olive Crusted Mussels with a Lemon Butter Sauce

Name: Olive Crusted Mussels with a Lemon Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted; 1 cup fine dried bread crumbs; 1/4 cup olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 dozen fresh mussels, cleaned and on the half-shell; Lemon Butter Sauce, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves; 2 tablespoons finely minced shallots; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 pound cold butter, cut into tablespoon size pieces

Servings: persons

1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
1 cup fine dried bread crumbs
1/4 cup olive oil
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 dozen fresh mussels, cleaned and on the half-shell
Lemon Butter Sauce, recipe follows
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons finely minced shallots
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 pound cold butter, cut into tablespoon size pieces

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, process the olives and bread crumbs to make the olive crust.
2
Process until fully incorporated.
3
Remove and turn into a mixing bowl.
4
Stir in the oil and season with salt and pepper.
5
Place the mussels on a baking sheet.
6
Season the mussels with salt and pepper.
7
Place a teaspoon of the crust on top of each mussel, pressing the crust firmly into each mussel.
8
Place in the oven and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is golden.
9
Remove the mussels from the oven and cool slightly before serving.
10
To serve, place a dozen mussels on each serving plate.
11
Drizzle the Lemon Butter Sauce over each mussel.
12
Garnish with parsley.
13
In a medium saute pan, add shallots and lemon juice.
14
Bring to a boil.
15
Reduce to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
16
Whisk in the butter, one tablespoon at a time, until all the butter is incorporated and the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
17
Strain.

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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 cup Kalamata olives, pitted, 1 cup fine dried bread crumbs, 1/4 cup olive oil, Salt, and more.

Yes, Olive Crusted Mussels with a Lemon Butter Sauce 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!