Mussels are one of my all time favourite meals and while I love the classic bacon, leek and cider flavour combo, I decided to mix it up and experiment with a chorizo flavoured mussel recipe. With some added samphire for colour, crunch and saltiness, chopped jarred red peppers for sweetness, white wine and plenty of lemon juice for acidity, and toasted almonds for some nuttiness, this is up there with one of my favourite weekend meals. Minimal chopping, maximum flavour, and all in one pan - the dream.

I don’t think I’m any happier then when I’m eating a steaming bowl of the freshest mussels with some toasted garlicky bread to dunk into the delicious sauce. Follow my recipe for your own slice of mussel heaven.