Creamy Lemon & Garlic Mussels

Indulge in the comfort of creamy lemon & garlic mussels. This restaurant-worthy appetiser recipe is a delight. You can even try it as a soup by adding fish stock. A must-try dish that’s easy to make at home!

INGREDIENTS

• 15g Butter
• 15ml Olive Oil
• 1 Red Chili
• Half Onion
• 4 Cloves Crushed Garlic
• Dash of Smoked Paprika
• 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
• Salt and Pepper
• 250ml Cream
• Freshly Chopped Parsley
• 400g Fresh Mussels

METHOD

1. Saute Onions and Chilies: Begin by sautéing onions and red chilies in melted butter for a flavorful base.
2. Add Garlic and Paprika: Enhance the aroma by adding crushed garlic and a dash of smoked paprika.
3. Squeeze Lemon Juice: Add a tangy twist with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Introduce Cream: Pour in 200ml of fresh cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
5. Add Mussels: Gently place washed and cleaned mussels into the simmering mixture. Pour in the remaining fresh cream and generous parsley.
6. Thicken Sauce: Allow the mussels to simmer until the sauce achieves desired thickness.
7. Garnish and Serve: Elevate the presentation with more fresh parsley. Serve alongside a freshly baked baguette or garlic bread.