Mussels

The mussel-farming industry in India is growing fast, and they are increasingly appearing on menus. Requiring only minimal cooking, these delectable bivalves are ideal in stews and broths or fragrant sauces made from garlic and turmeric.

To prepare, check over the mussels and discard any that have broken shells or fail to shut when tapped. Scrub the shells in clean water, scrape off any barnacles and remove the ‘beard’ that may protrude from the shell. Cook according to the recipe, and discard any that fail to open when cooked.