Sustainability Rating:
Green – Best Choice
What:
Delicious and beautiful cultivated mussels from pristine New Zealand Waters
When:
Available Year-RoundWhere/How:
Where – New Zealand
How – Farm Raised
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Greenlip mussels have a plump and tender meat that stays wonderfully juicy when cooked. Their beautiful black shells have an edge of vibrant green. These large mussels weight in at about 12 to 14 mussels per pound and are sold in 5 lb. bags.
Greenlip mussels add a gorgeous pop of color to any dish – not only are their shells lovely, but their meats are of varied hues – apricot, pale pink, cream. Excellent in cioppino, served over pasta, or featured in stews and soups.
Characteristics
Greenlip mussels have a plump and tender meat that stays wonderfully juicy when cooked. Their beautiful black shells have an edge of vibrant green. These large mussels weight in at about 12 to 14 mussels per pound and are sold in 5 lb. bags. For Your Menu
Greenlip mussels add a gorgeous pop of color to any dish – not only are their shells lovely, but their meats are of varied hues – apricot, pale pink, cream. Excellent in cioppino, served over pasta, or featured in stews and soups.For Your Waitstaff
Greenlip mussels pair perfectly with any number of New Zealand white wines. They have a rich, full flavor that will pair perfectly with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc.
For Your Retail Display
These beautiful Mussels will add a bit of color to your case and customers will stop and stare!