Mussels With Coriander Pesto Recipes

PESTO MUSSELS

Steps:

• Sauté the garlic in a pot with some olive oil over medium-high heat until golden, about 2 minutes. Add the mussels and white wine; cover and steam until the mussels open, about 4 minutes. Stir in the pesto.

MUSSELS WITH SAKE, CORIANDER & OLIVE OIL

Steps:

• Scrub the mussels under cold running water and remove the beards and any barnacles. Tap each mussel on the side of the sink as you clean. If they remain open, discard them, along with any with broken shells.
• Heat 50ml olive oil in a pan large enough to hold all the mussels. Add the garlic and cook until golden - but don't let the garlic get too dark, as it will burn easily. Tip in the mussels, coriander stalks, lemon slices, white wine (if using) and saké. Put a lid on the pan and cook the mussels over a high heat for 3-5 mins until opened. Discard any that don't open.
• Add the coriander leaves and divide the mussels between four bowls. Pour the juices over the top (be generous) and drizzle with the remainder of the olive oil. Serve immediately.

CORIANDER PESTO

Steps:

• Put all ingredients in blender.
• Whizz until smooth.
• If dry, add more olive oil.
• Will keep in fridge for about a week or can freeze.

MUSSELS IN RED PESTO

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large pan and cook the shallot for 4-5 mins until softened. Pour in the wine, add the chilli flakes and bubble for 2 mins.
• Add the mussels. Cover and cook for 5 mins until all the shells have opened. Discard any that remain closed. Stir in the red pesto and toss well. Tip into a large bowl and serve with crusty bread.