Mussels come two ways: whole in the shell, for pasta and steamed dishes, and as cleaned mussel meat, ready to add to rice, soups and pasta in minutes. Frozen mussels are already cleaned and cooked, so they only need gentle heating. Below is how to choose between them, a quick recipe, and today’s live prices.
Mussels and seafood available now
Caviale Salmon Burger (Extra Smoked Salmon) 400gm
Original price was: 349 EGP.319 EGPCurrent price is: 319 EGP.
Caviale Half Shell Mussels
Price range: 399 EGP through 599 EGP
Caviale Tuna Saku Fillet
Price range: 650 EGP through 799 EGP
Whole mussels or mussel meat?
- Whole mussels (in shell): best for pasta, mussels in white wine-style sauce or tomato sauce, and sharing platters.
- Mussel meat: no shells to remove, ideal for seafood rice, paella-style dishes, soups and kids’ pasta.
How to prepare frozen mussels
- Thaw in the fridge, or add straight from frozen to a hot sauce.
- Heat gently for 3–5 minutes only; overcooking makes them rubbery.
- Discard any whole mussels that stay tightly closed after heating.
Quick recipe: garlic and tomato mussels
Soften garlic and onion in olive oil, add chopped tomatoes and a pinch of chilli, simmer for 10 minutes, then add the mussels and heat for 4 minutes. Finish with parsley and lemon and serve with pasta or bread.
Frequently asked questions
Are frozen mussels already cooked?
Most frozen mussels are cleaned and pre-cooked, so they only need reheating; check the pack instructions.
How much do I need per person?
About 400–500g of whole mussels or 150g of mussel meat per person as a main course.
How do I clean whole mussels?
Frozen mussels are already cleaned; just rinse lightly before cooking.