How to Steam Mussels

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Scrub the mussels under cold water.. Scrape off any barnacles.. Throw away any cracked shells.

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1

Scrub the mussels under cold water.

Step 1

Scrub the mussels under cold water.

2

Scrape off any barnacles.

Step 2

Scrape off any barnacles.

3

Throw away any cracked shells.

Step 3

Throw away any cracked shells.

4

Cut away any beards from the mussels.

Step 4

Cut away any beards from the mussels.

5

Heat the oil in a pot.

Step 5

Heat the oil in a pot.

6

Cook the shallot, garlic, and thyme.

Step 6

Cook the shallot, garlic, and thyme.

7

Toss the mussels in the shallow mixture.

Step 7

Toss the mussels in the shallow mixture.

8

Pour the wine, lemon juice, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes over the mussel

Step 8

Pour the wine, lemon juice, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes over the mussels.

9

Cover the pot and steam the mussels until they open.

Step 9

Cover the pot and steam the mussels until they open.

10

Add the parsley and butter and steam for another minute.

Step 10

Add the parsley and butter and steam for another minute.

11

Serve the mussels while still warm.

Step 11

Serve the mussels while still warm.

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