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Useful properties of mussels for our body
Mussels can be tried today not only in a restaurant, but also cook at home.
What is the use?
This Mediterranean delicacy is a real storehouse of vitamins for our body. Mussels are extremely rich in iodine, different vitamins of group B, vitamin E, contain calcium, magnesium, iron. Mussels, like other seafood, are useful to those who have thyroid diseases, since the intake of iodine in the body stimulates the work of this body.
But this useful properties of mussels are not limited. It is proved that they are rich in vitamins A and E. Using this sea gift, you give a healthy look to your hair and nail plates. Delicatessen mollusks promote skin rejuvenation due to beneficial fatty acids.
How to choose the clams of mussels?
Mollusks live in the depths of the sea, they are attached to rocks, cobblestones. Their shells of black and blue hue are always closed, and only with heat treatment they open, producing a characteristic aroma.
Defreezing the purchased product, also catch its aroma: if something pushes you away in a smell, it is better to throw out mussels, not regretting, because after eating them you may have serious stomach disorders.
How to cook this delicacy?
This delicious product is successfully used in cooking. If all is skillfully cooked, then the useful properties of the mussels will be well preserved.
So, they are boiled in water. In their shells, they open up under the influence of high temperature. And only when the valves are slightly opened, you can judge the readiness of the dish.
The easiest way to cook is mussels in garlic sauce. It is necessary to chop finely onion, garlic, fry it in vegetable oil, add boiled mussels, salt, sprinkle with lemon juice and spices. Mussels produce a pleasant aroma and are ready for use.
Mussels can be served as a separate dish, as well as a component of pilaf, risotto, fish soup and other dishes.
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