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Crispy Mussels

Try deep fried mussels with a light breading. Serve with a lemon wedge and home fries.

  • 1 cup/250 ml cooked, shucked mussels
  • 1 cup/250 ml dry bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp/25 ml water

Roll mussels in bread crumbs. Beat egg and combine with water. Dip breaded mussels in egg mixture, then roll in crumbs again. Fry in deep fat heated to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 2-3 minutes. Drain well. Serves 2.

Mussels and Clams