A closeup of an open can of mussels.
Canned Mussels Deserve A Spot In Your Pantry

NEWS

By MATTHEW LEE
Cans of mussels on a table.
If your pantry only includes the popular essentials like spam, tomatoes, corned beef, and pickles, you are missing out on a lot of flavor. Try including canned mussels.
A closeup of an open can of mussels.
Canned mussels deserve a spot on your shelf not just for being a great source of protein, but also because of their great flavor.
A tent in the middle of a forest.
Canned mussels are popular provisions for hikers and campers, which tells you everything you need to know about their convenience and versatility.
Slices of buttered bread on a table.
A few mussels from the can could be spread over buttered bread for a snack or mixed with other ingredients like potatoes, veggies, and broth to make a soup.
A can of mussels beside a lemon slice and cilantro.
You can find canned mussels lightly seasoned and packed in neutral-tasting olive oil or pre-cooked in zesty oils and spices that are superb for eating right out of the can.