Fresh mussels
Meats & Poultry
Pantry
Not Safe2 hours
Refrigerator
Safe1-2 days
Freezer
Safe2-3 months
Storage Tips
- They are alive — keep them in a bowl under a damp cloth
- Never in water or a sealed box; they suffocate
- Before cooking, throw out any that won't close when tapped
Important Warning
A mussel that died before cooking is not safe. Nor are ones still shut afterwards