Mussel

Nici Wickes' seafood chowder recipe is easy to make and doesn’t cost the earth, so chow down on some chowder this week. Serve with plenty of crusty bread slathered with butter for a real winter winner

Nici Wickes' delicious mussel fritters recipe is incredibly easy to make and fantastic served with lemon wedges and a herby, creamy mayo sauce. Enjoy for a tasty lunch with friends and family

Take your next nibbles up a notch with Nici Wickes' grilled mussels recipe. Topped with tasty goodies then cooked until bubbling, these little bites are perfect for sharing with friends and family over drinks

This creamy mussel dish is incredibly simple to make, and can be on the table in under 30 minutes. That's not to mention how delicious it is, and all that omega-3 and protein will give your health a fantastic boost!

This is such a scrumptious way to cook mussel fritters. A hint of curry, a few smoked mussels, plus the fresh ones, takes these to the next level. Enjoy for a weekend breakfast or quick dinner!

Could there be anything more quintessentially Kiwi than mussel fritters at the beach? This recipe is a perfect one to mix up at home, then bring to your picnic spot to fry up on the portable BBQ.

Nici Wickes shares her mum's best-ever mussel fritter recipe. Enjoy this easy dish with lemon wedges, a fresh green salad and a dollop of chunky tartare sauce for a quintessentially Kiwi meal

This delicious recipe sees fresh New Zealand mussels cooked in a creamy, herby white wine sauce. Serve with plenty of crusty sourdough bread for a winning meal that's ready in just 30 minutes

If you love mussels, you'll love this recipe. This Kiwi shellfish fave is combined with bacon, apple cider, cream and fennel to create a delicious meal that's made all in one pot!

This delicious mussel and sweet corn fritter recipe is what summer is all about. Serve with sweet chilli and sour cream and enjoy for a tasty lunch or quick and easy dinner

This delicious grilled mussels in bacon blankets recipe makes a great starter for a summer barbecue. Served with slices of lemon and country-style bread

Who doesn't love a pot of steaming hot mussels? This delicious recipe pairs this Kiwi seafood favourite with coconut cream for a fragrant, irresistible meal

This incredibly comforting Mexican seafood stew si perfect enjoyed for a flavoursome weeknight meal during the cold winter months

This delicious recipe is summer in a bowl! Tender barbecued mussels are paired with a punchy, peppery rocket pesto and lemon wedges. Serve with crusty bread to soak up all the juices

Nici Wickes' smoked mussel Mexi platter recipe was made for summer entertaining. Fresh, vibrant and casual - serve at your next gathering with plenty of tortillas and let guests build their own tacos

These French-inspired mussels with fries are a simple, fresh and flavourful meal - enjoy al fresco for a true French-feel!

Rich and flavoursome Spanish-style paella with prawn, crab and mussel.

This traditional Spanish rice and seafood dish is packed full of flavour, and is beautiful enjoyed straight from the pan with a side of wine for a delicious weekend dinner.

Both Jani and I have strong ties to France and this dish is a bistro classic. You can pretty much find ‘moules et frites’ or mussels and chips in every little French coastal cafe and it can be quite an addictive dish. Jani and I and our blokes all adore this version – it’s perfect for enjoying here in New Zealand with the Pacific flavours of coconut and lime. Serve with a baguette to mop up the salty juices, a glass or two of rosé and plenty of cold beer, napkins and a large bowl for the shells. Bon appetit! Photographs by Jani Shepherd and styling by Fiona Hugues; Gatherum Collectif.

When mussel shells open on the grill, you can sneak all manner of interesting flavours into them – in this recipe, it’s butter, soy sauce and a splash of sake that gives them that authentic Japanese barbecue house taste. Photography by Todd Eyre.

Fresh, quick, flavoursome dinners don't get much better than these delicious bacon, cider and fennel mussels! Cook up a storm with this mouth-watering recipe tonight!

Packed full of beautifully fresh seafood, this hearty Spanish stew is the ultimate comfort food for cooler evenings with the family.

Green-lipped mussel fritters sandwiched between wholemeal bread with lemony rocket mayo.

Enjoy a bowl of these fragrant mussels with a glass of wine for an indulgent weekend dinner with friends. Experience fresh, flavoursome seafood in the comfort of your own home.

This simple dish is ideal for al fresco dining during the warm summer months. Photography by Brett Stevens/ bauersyndication.com.au

Fresh, tasty and nutritious, mussels are simmered in a fragrant white wine sauce and tossed through fresh greens. Drizzled with a zesty lemon and chilli dressing, this salad is perfect served as a light lunch or dinner on a warm Summer's day.

This delicious seafood curry will tantalise your taste-buds - bursting with spice and flavour, it's a dish worthy of a dinner party!

This mussels and potato pot has to be one of the most delicious, easy and economical meals around.

Team this seafood dish with some crusty bread to mop up all the lovely juices.

Seasoned and boiled in a white wine broth, these scrumptious mussels could find the fresh seafood lover in anyone.

Packed full of fresh high-quality seafood and soft sweet potatoes, this beautifully fragrant casserole is perfect for a warming Winter dinner.

For an exciting variation on classic fish and chips, try fresh Tasmanian mussels simmered in a spicy tomato and white wine broth. They work just as well with crunchy bread.

This spicy seafood pasta might feel decadent but nothing could be simpler. It only takes fifteen minutes to create, and with succulent mussels and punchy chilli, you won't be able to resist.

Recreate this classic French seafood stew for your friends and family - fresh fish, prawns and mussels are cooked to perfection and simmered in a fragrant tomato broth. Serve with crusty bread and a capsicum rou

You can taste the ocean in this rich and hearty combination of shellfish.

Remove the fuzzy “beard” from mussels by pulling it towards you with a knife. Add a pinch of sugar to dressing to take away acidic edge. Note

To de-beard, hold mussel in one hand, then use a knife to help grasp beard at top of mussel and pull towards you to remove. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit […]

All your favourite seafood is combined in this quick and delicious spaghetti marinara. Feel free to take a shortcut with a good marinara mix or choose your own favourite seafood.

Lap chong is a dried Chinese pork sausage and can be found in the Asian section of supermarkets. Substitute mild salami, if preferred. Choose mussels that feel heavy for their size. Note

When scrubbing, discard any mussels with damaged shells and any that don’t close when gently tapped. Pullout the piece of weed (the beard) from the side. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Fino sherry is available at good bottle shops. Note

Not suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Note

Wonderfully flavoured and aromatic soft shell crab paella with spicy chorizo and sprinkled with parsley is fantastic enjoyed for a midweek meal that is ready in less than 30 minutes

Delicious seafood chowder with mussels in a rich broth, served with bread rolls and lemon wedges

Pull ‘beard’ down towards mussel’s hinge to remove. Note

Tomato and wine seem to compliment mussels so well, and this dish is no different. Add some linguini to the mix and you have a deliciously hearty seafood and pasta dish.

You can use fresh mussels. Before cooking, wash and remove beard. For an extra kick, add chopped fresh red chilli with the onion and garlic. Thai-style mussels: Add finely chopped lemongrass and red chilli with the onion and garlic; swap coriander for parsley. Note

Luca Villari presents an exciting seafood dish that will definitely float your boat

Remove and discard any unopened mussels. Note

With a delicious smokiness, these tasty grilled garlic mussels are a fantastic recipe for entertaining. They're perfect served at your next dinner party or special occasion

Clean mussels by scrubbing shells with a firm brush and removing fibrous “beard” by pulling with a knife. Note

If you don’t have saffron threads, use a 1/4 teaspoon turmeric instead. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel. Note

You could also add cubes of fish or calamari rings. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel. Note

Alternatively, this dish can be prepared without tomatoes and chilli. However, you will need to increase the amount of cream to 1 cup. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a […]

Save preparation time by using a 1kg packet of ready-to-cook cleaned mussels, available from major supermarkets. Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel. […]

A mussel “beard” is the fuzzy membrane protruding from the shell. Remove this by grasping with a small knife and pulling towards you. Note

Do not overcook mussels as they will become tough. Note

You can use 250g frozen corn kernels, thawed, in place of fresh. Roast cumin seeds by tossing in a dry frying pan until aromatic-grind in a mortar and pestle. Note

You can buy prepared scrubbed and debearded mussels in vacuum-sealed pouches, no cleaning required. Note

Hot, perfectly cooked mussels are beautiful simmered in a creamy, fragrant tomato and chill sauce. Enjoy them straight out of the pot with a glass of wine.

Mussel soup is a light flavoursome meal to enjoy for seafood lovers!

Just throw the following ingredients into your sturdy food processor – my Kenwood made an easy job of it.

Creamy mussel risotto with grated parmesan and lemon zest. Arborio rice is simmered in chicken stock, creating a delicious complement to the white wine-steamed mussels.

The rich creaminess of flavourful seafood risotto with delicious marinara mix will quickly become a new family favourite. Serve with lemon wedges and parsley garnish.

You could add some chopped avocado or mango to this dish, if you like. Note

Mussels that don’t open after cooking are OK to eat, but discard any with cracked or broken shells before cooking. Also before cooking, check mussels with open shells – they may be dead and dangerous to eat. To check if they’re dead, take mussel firmly in your hand and tap it sharply on a hard […]

To prepare noodles, place them in a large, heatproof bowl, cover with boiling water and set aside 2-3 minutes to soak, Separate with a fork. Drain well. Note

Any unopened mussels should not be discarded as they are still fine to eat (despite previous concerns that suggested otherwise). The tendon connecting the shells simply needs to be slit with a small sharp knife to open the mussel. Note

Arborio rice is simmered in fish stock, creating a delicious complement to the white wine-steamed mussels, creating a scrumptious creamy mussel risotto that has a slight bite.

Roast cumin seeds by tossing in a dry frying pan until aromatic, then grind in a mortar and pestle. Use 250g frozen corn kernels, thawed, in place of fresh. Note

Bouillabaisse hails from the south coast of france. The original marseilles boasts a variety of mediterranean fish, with the dish’s regional variations dependant on the local fish. Note

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Note

Imagine you're on holiday at your favourite Asian destination as you whip up our stir-fried seafood with ginger. If you fancy some heat, add a few slices of red chilli and enjoy with an icy-cold beer or white wine.

Serve these baked mussels topped with this delicious crispy tomato topping as part of your hors-d'oeuvre platter at your next gathering.

Risoni is a small, rice-sized pasta often used in Italian soups; it goes perfectly with a marinara sauce accompaniment as its texture allows the delicious seafood to remain the 'hero' of the dish.

Scoff your way through these delicious white wine and garlic mussels to find a tasty broth at the bottom. Keep the shell, still hinged, from the first mussel you eat and use this to remove the remaining mussels from their shells.

Mussels are high in protein and low in fat and calories, so you can feel much better about bathing them in this delicious creamy wine infused soup and mopping up every last drop with some crusty bread.

For a simple seafood starter, this dish is one to have in the repertoire. It is so easy to make and tastes great.

Once fish has cooked and mussels have opened, serve topped with fennel mix and garlic croûtons. Scatter with chopped parsley in place of the fennel fronds if you like.

Serve with steamed jasmine rice. Note

Making risotto can be a meditative task, the stirring and ladling with a wooden spoon in one hand and a glass of wine in the other. This chilli seafood risotto is creamy, warming and delicious.

If you prefer, buy 1kg packs of pot-ready mussels from fishmongers or seafood markets. These have already been scrubbed and bearded, and are ready to cook. Some mussels might not open. These might need prompting with a knife or might not have cooked as quickly as the others;­ some will not open after excessive cooking. […]

Bring a little bit of Belgium to your kitchen with this classic dish. Serve with some crusty bread to soak up that delicious broth, and be generous with the finger bowls!

Simplicity is best when it comes to fresh seafood, and fresh is best to match with the sharp, fragrant flavours in this Asian inspired dish.

This spectacular dish is surprisingly simple, it's a great dish to serve up for a night of relaxed entertaining.

Some mussels may not open during cooking. You do not have to discard these; just cook a little longer, or carefully prise the shell open with a knife. Note

Enjoy a bowl of these fragrant steamed mussels with warm crusty bread to mop up all the tasty juices.

Treat yourself to some everyday luxury with this chilli seafood pizza, laden with plump prawns and black mussels on the half shell. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon just before serving.