Sardines & Chocolat

Ingredients:

• 1/2 c (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp Terre Exotique Turmeric from Madagascar
• 1 tsp finely grated lime zest
• kosher salt
• 4 pound mussels, cleaned and de-bearded
• cilantro leaves with tender stems, for serving

Directions:

1. Place butter, red pepper flakes, and turmeric in a small bowl. Add lime zest and mix until well combines; season with salt.
2. Heat grill to medium-high. Place mussels on grill and cook until they pop open. Remove to a large bowl.
3. Add prepared butter to mussels and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with cilantro.

Recipe adapted from Bon Appétit