Mediterranean West Coast Mussel

Mytilus galloprovincialis

Characteristics

• Approximate count is 18/24 per pound
• Live Mediterranean Mussels are packed in 5 lb vexar bags
• Grown locally in both BC and Washington State
• Harvest date and harvest area are listed on accompanying shellfish tag
• Keep the accompanying shellfish tag on file for 90 days

Handling & Storage

• Keep mussels chilled, between 1° to 4°C
• Store in the cooler, on ice, in a non-airtight container, and allow water to drain
• Cover with a clean, wet cloth
• Discard any broken shells and open mussels that do not close when lightly tapped
• Scrub shells and pull off any remaining “beard” or byssus thread
• Minimum shelf life is 3 days from delivery

Seasonal Availability

May to February

Flavour/Texture Profile

Cooking Tips

• Live product has superior texture to frozen
• For best texture and clean, ocean crisp flavor, steam until just open
• Overcooking, can sometimes toughen, and shrink the meat--don’t overcook!
• Suggested appetizer portion is ½ pound, entrée portion is 1 pound

Recipe Mussel Chowder