Mussles With Tequila, Garlic and Cilantro

Submitted by Chef Jean

"Easy to make, but should be done right before serving. Serve with crusty bread or toasted tortillas."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 6 tablespoons butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons shallots, minced
• 2 lbs mussels, fresh, scrubbed
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1⁄4 cup tequila, light
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1⁄4 cup cilantro, fresh, minced

directions

1. Melt butter in a very large sauce pan(must be able to hold all of the mussels). Add the garlic and shallots and saute until translucent. Add the next 4 ingredients(not the cilantro) and continue to cook or about 6 minutes(shake the pan once in a while) or until the mussles open. Add the cilantro and shake to combine. Remove any mussels that did not open. Serve.