Mussel cleaning machine

Cleaning mussels is essential for two main reasons: food safety and dish quality. Mussels are filter-feeders and can accumulate bacteria and impurities in their shells and inside, so thorough cleaning prevents the risk of contamination. Furthermore, removing dirt, byssus, and broken shells improves the appearance and flavor of the final dish.

• Risk of contamination: Mussels, as filter-feeders, can accumulate bacteria and viruses from the marine environment, including those potentially harmful to human health.
• Removal of bacteria: Cooking is the most effective way to eliminate bacteria, but thorough cleaning reduces the risk of contamination and makes dish preparation safer.
• Removal of old mussels: Open or floating mussels may be dead and unfit for consumption, so cleaning allows you to identify and eliminate them.

• Appearance: Removing dirt, byssus, and broken shells makes mussels more aesthetically appealing.
• Flavor: The presence of dirt or byssus can alter the flavor of mussels, making them less palatable.
• Texture: Cleaning helps prevent the presence of sand or shell fragments that could ruin the texture of the dish.