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Mussels steamed open with garlic and butter.
Equipment: Large pan with lid
Measures and names
Ingredients
- 1 kg fresh mussels, cleaned
- 2 garlic cloves, sliced
- 20 g butter
Optional extras
- A splash of white wine
- Chopped parsley
- A splash of cream
Method
- Melt the butter in a large pan and soften the garlic for a minute.
- Add the mussels, cover and steam for 4 to 5 minutes, shaking the pan, until open. Throw away any that stay shut.
Swaps and tips
Discard any mussels that are open before cooking and don't close when tapped.
Nutrition estimated, per serving
| Protein | Carbs | Fibre | Fat | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 g | 8 g | 0 g | 12 g | 260 kcal |
Values are estimates based on typical UK food composition data and will vary with brands and portion sizes.
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Recipe from healthshelf.org
