Today we expect food that contributes to our health,
is wholesome, flavorful and enjoyable to eat.
Whether you are preparing mussels at home or have a restaurant
kitchen, New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels are set to deliver on
all of those expectations... and then some.
New Zealand Greenshell ™ Mussels are produced to the highest quality
standards, to be confident of the mussels you serve, always ask for New
Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels by name.
Storing and cooking
New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels retain their natural succulence
when cooked and stored correctly...more
The gourmet mussel with the health advantage
The New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussel has most of everything good for
you! Analysis shows that a 100 gram serving of Greenshell™ mussels
will provide one quarter of the daily protein needs for an adult. They
are low in calories and very low in cholesterol as well as being high
in heart-friendly Omega 3s and 6s...more
Chef partners
Whether you are looking for a funky edge to your menu; a classical approach
or some fresh ideas; our chef partners will provide you with mouth watering
New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussel preparation suggestions and recipes
for you to savor...more
Storing and Cooking
Fresh-frozen New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels
New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels are snap frozen to lock in their
quality. Fresh-frozen New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels will retain
their just harvested flavor and quality for up to twelve months when stored
at -18°C or O°F or colder. Cooking from frozen at high heat
for a short time produces the best results. If the mussels are not going
to be heated, minimum thawing at room (ambient) temperature produces a
tender succulent product. They must not be over thawed, refrozen or left
sitting in their own juices or water.
Live mussels
Live New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels have a shelf life of ten days
from harvest, if stored correctly. New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels
need to be stored at 2- 4°C or 35-40°F. Storing at temperatures
below 35°F or 2°C will kill them.
When you receive the mussels, you should open the boxes, remove any excess
liquid and open the plastic bags for ten minutes to let fresh air reach
the mussels. The bag should then be resealed and fresh ice placed in the
box before further distribution.
It is very important that all of the mussels are kept in moist, chilled
conditions. If you are storing the mussels in an air chiller they must
be covered with a ceiling of melting ice. New Zealand Greenshell™
Mussels do not like drafts so take care not to place by the air fans in
the chiller.
The best method to keep the mussels in excellent condition is:
1. Place them in a container with drainage holes in the bottom.
2. Cover them with a thin material that will allow the water through.
3. Place a layer of ice on top of the material.
The melting ice water will keep the mussels chilled and keep their high
quality for up to ten days from harvest. New Zealand Greenshell™
Mussels will normally be gaping or open on arrival at your premises. This
is because the mussel is in a very relaxed state when held under chilled
conditions. They are NOT dead.
If left at room temperature for 20-30 minutes and then lightly tapped,
they will close. If held under fresh running water they will close sooner.
New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels can be steamed in batches in a covered
pot cooking each batch for no more than two to three minutes.
Health
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g / 3.5 oz |
| Calories |
85 |
| Total fat |
2.1g |
| Saturated fat |
n/a |
| Cholesterol |
27mg |
| Sodium |
429mg |
| Protein |
12g |
| Carbohydrates |
2.5g |
| Omega-3 |
0.5g |
Most of everything good and a near perfect source of protein.
Analysis shows that a 100 gram serving of New Zealand Greenshell™
mussels will provide one quarter of the daily protein needs for an adult.
They are low in calories supplying only 4% of total daily energy needs
and contain only a little polyunsaturated oil. New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels are high in beneficial Omega 3 and 6 oils and very low in cholesterol.
New Zealand Greenshell™ Mussels contribute 43% of the daily iodine
requirement and 47% of our daily required iron in the haeme form.
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