In this video, I attempt to explain everything you need to know about harvesting mussels.

Keep mussels in a small serving pieces. 2. Remove other leaves of the lemongrass and finely slice the tender white part of the base of the stalk. Bruise with mortar and pestle. 3. Finely slice the ...

Leave drippings in the pan and increase heat to high. Once very hot, add mussels, cider and butter. Stir to combine, then cover the pan. Steam until mussels just open, about 3 minutes. Quickly ...

If you do collect your own mussels, make sure the waters are unpolluted. They are at their best in the colder months outside the breeding season. Shop around when buying mussels and select those ...

Simmered with fennel, thyme, and a splash of white wine, this rich and silky chowder is perfect for soaking up with crusty bread.

On each slice, place 2-3 mussels, a piparra and a lemon slice. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice, drizzle of mussel oil from the can and black pepper.

Freshwater mussels, also known as clams, are unique animals. Mussels have two hard, external shells and soft tissue inside. They also have only one foot! The movement of mussels is limited. Most ...