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Mussels: The Oystercatcher Classic Mussels

Source of Recipe


The Oystercatcher Restaurant



List of Ingredients



• 1 Tbsp butter
  
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
  
• 1 Tbsp chopped garlic
  
• 1 Tbsp chopped shallots
  
• 1 pound mussels
  
• 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
  
• 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  
• ½ cup dry white wine
  
• 1 lemon wedge
  






Instructions



1. Heat butter and olive oil in a pot over high heat. Add garlic and shallots; stir for about 10 seconds.
   
   
2. Add the mussels, shake and stir until coated. Add the thyme, parsley and wine, and squeeze the juice from the lemon wedge over the mixture. Give it a good stir. Top with lid and cook until the shells have opened, about 5 minutes.
   
   Serve in a big bowl with crusty bread for dipping.
   
   Serves 2