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)
• Garlic cloves 4, minced
• Red pepper flakes 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley 1/4 cup chopped
• Salt 1 teaspoon, to taste
• Black pepper 1/2 teaspoon, freshly ground preferred
• 1/2 cup dry white wine (enhances briny sweetness)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (for sautéing)
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped (adds sweetness and complexity)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, for color and freshness)