Mussels A La Plancha

* Exported from MasterCook *

MUSSELS A LA PLANCHA

Recipe By : La Parilla: The Mexican Grill Reed Hearon
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Mc Mexican

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds small mussels (preferably cultivated) -- scrubbed
well and
beards pulled
off
2 sticks unsalted butter -- (1 cup)
1/4 cup Veracruz salsa (recipe follows)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt -- or to taste
6 fresh epazote leaves* if desired -- chopped

Prepare grill.
Preheat a large griddle or 12-inch cast-iron skillet on a rack over very hot
coals.
When griddle or skillet is very hot, add mussels and cook, stirring
occasionally if using skillet, until mussels are opened, about 3 minutes.
Discard any unopened mussels.
While mussels are cooking, in a small saucepan heat butter and salsa over
moderately high heat until mixture sizzles. Remove pan from heat and stir in
lime juice, salt, and epazote.
Drizzle sauce over mussels.

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NOTES : Plancha is simply another word for comal, or griddle.
* available at Mexican markets and some specialty produce markets