Mussels in red pesto
- Preparation and cooking time
- Prep:
- Cook:
- Easy
- Serves 1
Mussels are full of omega-3, iron and protein - try yours cooked in red pesto and wine
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.
