Sweet Spicy Buttered Garlic Mussels

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: hoisin sauce

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while still providing richness.

Clean mussels under cold water and remove beards.

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in oyster sauce, chili flakes, and ginger; cook for another minute.

Add cleaned mussels to the pot and pour in water and lemon juice.

Cover the pot and steam mussels for 5-7 minutes until they open.

Remove from heat and discard any unopened mussels.

Stir in chopped green onions and cilantro.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens