Mussels with Bloody Mary Sauce

👨‍🍳 Method

1. 1

   Clean the mussels and remove the beard.

2. 2

   Place them in a large pan with a sturdy bottom.

3. 3

   Add the juice of 1 lemon and 1 tablespoon of water.

4. 4

   Cover the pan and steam the mussels over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove the top shells and discard.

6. 6

   Detach the mussels from the shells using a sharp knife.

7. 7

   Spread a layer of salt on a baking sheet and arrange the mussels on it so they don't tip over.

8. 8

   Mix together 2 tablespoons vodka, 2 tablespoons tomato juice, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, a few drops of Tabasco, and ¼ teaspoon celery salt.

9. 9

   Spoon 1 teaspoon of this sauce onto each mussel and place briefly under the grill.

10. 10

    Serve with freshly ground black pepper.