Greenshell™ Mussel
Greenshell Mussels (Perna canaliculus)
Greenshell mussels are native to New Zealand. While they grow "wild" in waters around the coast, it is farmed Greenshell mussels which are today firmly established as New Zealand's largest seafood export.
The shellfish is recognisable by its emerald green shell markings. The flesh is full and plump, and richly flavoured. The flesh of the female is a soft-blush apricot colour, and the male a pale creamy colour.
As an aquaculture species, the government sets no limit on the volume of mussels extracted commercially.
The Greenshell mussel is a very versatile shellfish that can be served marinated, or in hot or cold dishes in the half shell or as meat.
| Product | Grade | Pack size | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Shell | Small Medium Large |
45+ pc per KG 30-45 pc per KG -30pc per KG |
10x1kg 12x800g 12x 2lb |
| Half Shell – Tray Pack | Small/Medium | 21 x 1lb (454g) 15 x 1.5lb (680g) 21 x 500g |
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| Meat | Small Medium Large |
75+ pc per KG 50-75 pc per KG -50 pc per KG |
10x1kg 10kg, 12kg bulk pack |
| Meat –Tray Pack | Small / Medium | 21 x 1lb (454g) 15 x 1.5lb (680g) 12 x 500g |
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Nutritional Information
| Raw | per 100g edible portion |
|---|---|
| Energy (kj) | 504 |
| Protein (g) | 18.8 |
| Carbohydrate (g) | 4.1 |
| Sugar (g) | 0.7 |
| Total Fat (g) | 3.1 |
| Saturated Fat (g) | 0.9 |
| Sodium (mg) | 553 |