I love seafood of all kinds, and am constantly amazed at the recent explosion of available seafood products made possible by globalization. A trip to the grocery store seafood cooler has now become a journey across the world.
Of all places, I found these packages of frozen mussels (imported from Chile) in a Wal-Mart Superstore. I had my doubts. I admit it. But when I got home and opened the package, I began to change my mind. Inside were two, separate, 1-pound vacuum-packed bags. Perfect for a single serving if you are a true seafood lover like me.
Cooking instructions are plain and simple. You can either boil an unopened package for 7 minutes, or microwave a vented bag on high for 4 – 6 minutes. I use the microwave method. 5 minutes works for me.
Do not over cook!
Be creative with sauces or not. I like my mussels plain, dribbled with lemon, or dipped in melted butter with a touch of garlic and an ample amount of chopped parsley. Last week I tried a batch of lemon-garlic mussels spooned over a nest of angel hair pasta drenched in mild tomato sauce with fresh basil and a quirt of fine malt vinegar.
There are tons of recipes on the net. Search for “mussel recipes” and hold on to your hats!
I had a bad experience at a local restaurant, but I’d like to try them again.
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They’re pretty tasty!
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I love all kinds of seafood except mussels. As they say, each their own.
I sure miss SimplyTim. Please come back more often.
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I’ll have to admit, I’ve never tried mussels. I might now. Wonder if Walmart stores here in Arkansas carry these? I’ll check. Garlic butter, lemon, angel hair pasta. Whew, you’ve stirred my taste buds, Tim!
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