Overview
These live Scottish mussels are rope grown in the clear coastal waters of Scotland and naturally fed in the sea. They have a sweet flavour and succulent texture and are best prepared shortly before cooking. Each 1 kg pack contains live mussels that can be steamed with water or stock for a simple and flavourful seafood meal.
Benefits & Uses
- Fresh and live for a naturally succulent texture
- Naturally sweet and delicate in flavour
- Provides a source of protein and omega-3
- Ideal for steaming with stock, water or other flavours
- Suitable for serving as a main seafood dish or alongside other foods
Storage & Handling
Keep refrigerated and handle carefully to keep the mussels alive. Rinse thoroughly under cold running water before cooking and discard any mussels that remain widely open and do not close when stimulated. Remove any threadlike fibres from the shells before cooking. Steam for approximately 5 minutes until the shells open, then discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking. Do not freeze or reheat.
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| Feature | Product detail |
|---|---|
| General | |
| Seafood Type | Mussels |
| Preparation | Fresh |
| Calories | 58 kcal per 100 g |
| Protein | 8.8 g/100 g |
| Nutrition | High Omega-3, Low Fat, Low Calorie |