Description
Succulent mussels sautéed in garlic butter, topped with melted cheddar—quick, flavorful, and delicious! A seafood delight with no baking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kilogram fresh mussels
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Chili flakes (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Clean the Mussels: Rinse mussels under running water, removing dirt and debris. Discard any that remain open or do not close when tapped.
- Cook the Mussels: In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Add mussels and cook for 5–7 minutes until they open. Discard any that remain closed.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce: In a pan over low heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Season with black pepper.
- Combine Mussels with Sauce: Add cooked mussels to the pan, stirring to evenly coat them with the garlic butter sauce.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the mussels. Stir gently until cheese melts and coats the mussels evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley and optional chili flakes. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra richness, use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Serve with toasted garlic bread for an extra treat.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
