Mussels are great just steamed in a little bit of white wine, perhaps with some herbs. For a little more zing, try this version with chili pepper flakes for heat and tomatoes for tartness.Sauté garlic in oil, then gradually add scallions, tomatoes, and chili pepper flakes. Pour in wine and lemon juice, stir in cilantro. Bring to a boil, add cleaned closed mussels and steam them, covered, until open. (Discard unopened ones.)
- mussels
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 Tbsp chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/2 cup Roma tomatoes, chopped
- red chili flakes, to taste
- 1 cup dry wine
- juice of half a lemon
- 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped