Easy Storing & Handling Tips
1: Discard dead mussels - 2:
Throw out broken shelled mussels - 3:
Check for lot number and expiration date,
Be aware that mussel shelf life is 9-14 days after packing - 4:
Leave in bag (with holes) so mussels can "breathe" 5:
Store on ice covered with plastic wrap.
Caution:
Never freeze live mussels,
Do not store in air-tight container,
If you have a shellfish allergy, avoid mussels,
Don't overcook your mussels - about four minutes for any recipe,
Don't buy mussels from "seawater" tanks,
Don't cook a mussel that doesn't snap shut when touched.
How many do our recipes serve?
As a general rule, we recommend 1 pound of mussels per person for a main course and 1/2 pound for an appetizer.
