Pickled Oysters Or Mussels
Eat these bad boys right out of the jar,or use them in your favourite shellfish recipes.
Steps
Prepare the shellfish first by scrubbing shells.
Steam the shellfish just enough so that the shells become open.
Strain the liquid from steaming and cool in the refrigerator.
Remove the meat from the shells.
Put all the ingredients in a large pan , and simmer for 10 minutes.
Leave to cool.
Pack the cooled meat into sterilized jars , adding a bay leaf , some cloves and a slice of lemon to each jar.
Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the meat to cover.
Seal firmly and store in the refrigerator.
Ingredients
mussels, white vinegar, clove, allspice, red pepper, mace, bay leaf, lemon slice