How healthy are mussels?
Mussels are not only delicious, but they are also a great substitute for meat! They are packed with proteins, the building blocks of the body. And don't forget the many minerals and vitamins. Additionally, the amount of fat is negligible. A super healthy choice indeed!
Quickly check out some of our healthy mussel recipes:
TRADITIONAL STYLE MUSSELS
MUSSELS WITH CARROT AND FENNEL
Mussels in the traditional way
Cook the mussels according to the general recipe. Remove the mussels from their shells. Place 25 half shells on each of the four plates and put a mussel in each shell half. Mix the mayonnaise with the cooled cooking liquid and stir in the chopped herbs. Season the sauce with the Tabasco. Distribute the herb sauce evenly over the mussels.
Mussels like in Normandy
You really don't always have to go to Normandy to live like a God in France. The way they prepare mussels there, you can easily do in your own kitchen. And that's with apple and calvados. Highly recommended to try this yourself.
Cooked mussels with samphire
Cooked mussels with samphire. Have you ever tried that? The soft, creamy, and slightly sweet taste of the mussels combines perfectly with the salty flavor of the samphire. Finish with some coarsely ground black pepper and you have all the beautiful flavors together in one pot.