Add garlic, and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Add herbs, and cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Reserve 1 tablespoon herb oil in a small bowl, and set aside.
To cook the mussels, heat the olive oil in a large skillet with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallot ... Add salt to taste, the herbs, red crushed chili flake and ...