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Mytilus galloprovincialis |
June: Larval development. Larvae start developing and attaching to hard surfaces.
Distributed along the Pacific coast Commonly used in Asian and European cuisine
Inhabits rocky shores and bays Filter feeder, cleans water of suspended particles Important aquaculture species in Asia and America
Hand collection in tidal zones and rocky shores Use of nets and special racks for commercial harvesting
Best harvesting time is spring and autumn Prefers water temperature 10–18°C and high salinity
Average weight: 0.06 kg
Thoroughly rinse to remove sand and dirt Discard damaged and open shells
Meat: Boiling, stewing, baking, frying
Mussels in garlic and white wine sauce (Steaming)
Aromatic and tender dish
Aromatic and tender dish
1. Clean mussels and remove beards.
2. Steam with white wine and garlic for 5–7 minutes.
3. Serve hot with bread.
2. Steam with white wine and garlic for 5–7 minutes.
3. Serve hot with bread.
Baked mussels with cheese and tomato sauce (Baking)
Combination of tomato and cheese
Combination of tomato and cheese
1. Open and clean mussels.
2. Pour tomato sauce, sprinkle cheese.
3. Bake 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F).
2. Pour tomato sauce, sprinkle cheese.
3. Bake 10 minutes at 180°C (350°F).
Fried mussels with garlic and pepper (Frying)
Quick and tasty
Quick and tasty
1. Fry mussels with garlic and pepper for 5 minutes.
2. Serve with lemon.
2. Serve with lemon.
Mussel soup with vegetables and cream (Boiling)
Creamy and rich flavor
Creamy and rich flavor
1. Boil mussels, strain broth.
2. Add vegetables and cream, cook 15 minutes.
3. Serve hot.
2. Add vegetables and cream, cook 15 minutes.
3. Serve hot.