Grilled Mussels with Parsley and Shallot
- 2 pounds fresh mussels
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- ¼ cup parsley, finely chopped
Instructions:
This is a great way to cook mussels outdoors.
- Heat grill to medium.
- Clean the mussels in cold water and pull the beards off. The beard looks like threads hanging outside of the shell.
- The mussels can be put directly on the grill, but it's easier to put them in a grilling basket or on foil so they don't fall through the grates. Cook the mussels with the grill lid on for 6-8 minutes until they open. Discard any shells that haven't opened.
- Combine the shallot, olive oil/butter and parsley.
- Shuck the mussels out of their shells and toss with the parsley dressing. Serve warm or chilled.