Mussels With Greek Yogurt, Capers, and Mint

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs mussels (about 40)
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, cut into thin strips (julienne, about 10 leaves)

Directions

1. 1

   Clean and debeard the mussels and rinse in a colander under cold running water, discarding any whose shells are cracked or do not close tightly when tapped.

2. 2

   In a large saucepan, over medium heat, combine the mussels with the wine, stirring to combine. Cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes until shells have opened. Transfer opened shells to a bowl to cool. Re-cover and cook for a few minutes as needed until all the mussels have opened. Discard any that do not open.

3. 3

   Once cooled, remove shells from mussels and reserve half for serving. Place mussels in a bowl and then strain the cooking liquid into the same bowl, discarding solids. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

4. 4

   Mince the capers finely and place in a small bowl. Add yogurt and season with salt. Add 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid (which has been added to the mussels in the refrigerator). Mix well with a whisk to slightly whip the yogurt.

5. 5

   To serve, in reserved half shell, dollop a small amount of caper yogurt, place a mussel on top, and garnish with mint.