| Ingredients | ||
| Fresh mussels | 450g | |
| Water | 45ml | |
| Melted butter | 15ml | |
| Olive oil | 15ml | |
| Grated parmesan | 45ml | |
| Chopped fresh parsley | 30ml | |
| Garlic cloves finely chopped | 2 | |
| Coarsely ground black pepper | 2.5ml |
Method:
- Scrub the mussels thoroughly, scraping off any barnacles and pulling out the gritty beards. Sharply tap any open mussels and discard any that fail to close.
- Place the mussels and water in a large pan. Cover and steam for 5 minutes until the mussels have opened.
- Drain the mussels, discarding any that have remained closed. Snap the top shell off each mussel, leaving the mussel attached to the bottom shell.
- Balance the shells in a flameproof dish, packing them closely so they stay level.
- Preheat the grill to high.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, olive oil, parmesan, parsley, garlic and black pepper.
- Place a small amount of the mixture on top of each mussel.
- Grill for 2-3 minutes until mussels are sizzling and golden.
