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Lemon-Butter Steamed Mussels over Saffron Rice
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Lemon-Butter Steamed Mussels over Saffron Rice

4.4 (328 ratings)

A Lemon-Butter Steamed Mussels, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served over Saffron Rice.

Prep
28 min
Cook
42 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb steamed mussels
  • 1/2 cup lemon
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tsp garlic
  • 1 medium fresh parsley
  • 1 lb olive oil
  • a pinch kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the steamed mussels generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the steamed mussels and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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