Mum’s mussel fritters

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There’s something about mussel fritters that’s very addictive and very New Zealand. I couldn’t imagine life without New Zealand seafood or life without my mum! I’ve watched her make these countless time and I think the trick really is in the prep (see recipe). RECIPE 12 fresh mussels 1/2 brown onion a good handful of… 

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Fresh mussels steamed in coconut broth

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Fresh mussels are a tasty, healthy and inexpensive meal here in New Zealand. This recipe has awesome flavours and is a favourite of mine – and well worth a try. Have them for a weekend lunch or summer later afternoon light meal with white wine. Enjoy! 1 tablespoon coconut oil 3 spring onions, sliced 1… 

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Fresh scallop fettuccine

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Having grown up constantly gathering shellfish from Northland West Coast Toheroa to Waihau Bay mussels, I have developed a lifelong love of New Zealand seafood. I’m not sure whether it has been the gathering aspect or the taste that has fueled this culinary passion more. Scallops are a personal favourite though and I have dived… 

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Prawns with soba noodles and lime dressing

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This is a favourite recipe of mine created by Tauranga chef James Broad from Cuisine concepts. It’s simple and delicious. If you can’t find soba noodles then you can use udon or ramen. 500 grams soba noodles 500 grams prawns Spring onions, sliced Fresh coriander Dressing 80 mls Japanese Soy sauce 1 lime – juice… 

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