Mussels in red pesto
- Preparation and cooking time
- Prep:
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- Easy
- Serves 1
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Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 small glass white wine
- pinch crushed chilli flakes
- 500g clean live mussels
- 2 tbsp red pesto
- crusty bread, to serve
Method
- STEP 1
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.
- STEP 2
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.
