Shrimp And Mussels Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 pounds fresh mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges (for garnish and flavor enhancement)
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)