Mussels Without Shell Recipe
This quick and easy mussels without shell recipe serves 4 people. Simply sauté garlic in olive oil, add mussel meat, season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then finish with fresh parsley. It’s a healthy, flavorful seafood dish ready in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 500 g 1 lb mussel meat (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Thaw & Drain: If using frozen mussels, thaw them in the fridge and drain excess water.
- Heat Oil: Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook Mussels: Add mussel meat to the pan. Stir and cook for 3–5 minutes until heated through.
- Add Flavor: Pour in lemon juice and optional broth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir well.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot with bread, rice, or pasta.