PEI Mussels - 2 lbs.
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Not eligible for shipping to CanadaThis pack includes locally-caught small, clean PEI mussels! The specific varieties included are fishmonger’s choice.
Since its founding in 1986 as a humble mom-and-pop seafood market in Downtown New York just a few blocks from the Fulton Fish Market, Aqua Best has become one of the city’s top sources for some of the highest-quality seafood on earth, beloved by many of its leading chefs and served at world-class restaurants including Le Bernardin, COTE, and Cervo’s.. Aqua Best cuts out the middleman by working directly with local fishermen and contracting boats in order to make sure that all of the seafood they sell is the freshest, highest-quality available, and they control the entire process from boat to market. Seafood doesn’t get any better than this – and it’s shipping nationwide!
This package includes 2 lbs of PEI Mussels (approx. 40-60 pcs.)
- Mussels ship fresh with ice packs, may thaw in transit.
- Keep refrigerated, enjoy within same day of arrival.
To Serve
Steaming Method
- When rinsing the mussels, it’s key to scrub the shells gently and remove any “beards” (the small fibers that may be sticking out).
- For the liquid, a splash of white wine or broth adds great flavor, but water will work too. You only need a little bit—enough to create steam, but not submerge the mussels.
- Once they’ve opened up (which usually takes around 4–6 minutes, depending on their size), they’re ready for the baking step.
Baking Method
- Preheating the oven to 400°F–450°F ensures the mussels cook fast and the topping crisps up nicely.
- Be mindful of the mussels’ texture. The goal is a crispy topping while keeping the mussels tender, so don’t bake them for too long.
- Top with anything from melted garlic butter to breadcrumbs, cheese, or herbs—experiment with what you enjoy!
Mussels
NYC’s Chef-Favorite for Fresh Seafood
NYC’s Chef-Favorite for Fresh Seafood
Since its founding in 1986 as a humble mom-and-pop seafood market in Downtown New York just a few blocks from the Fulton Fish Market, Aqua Best has become one of the city’s top sources for some of the highest-quality seafood on earth, beloved by many of its leading chefs and served at world-class restaurants including Le Bernardin, COTE, and Cervo's.
Aqua Best cuts out the middleman by working directly with local fishermen and contracting boats in order to make sure that all of the seafood they sell is the freshest, highest-quality available, and they control the entire process from boat to market. From whole live lobsters & Dungeness crab to fresh seasonal fish & oysters, seafood doesn’t get any better than this – and it’s shipping nationwide!
