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Method of processing mussles

US4659574A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 6, 1985
Grant dateApr 21, 1987
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Expiry dateDec 6, 2005

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23L17/50
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of preparatory processing of mussles. The mussles are placed in an inner container which is positioned inside an outer container. The inner container has perforated walls and is equipped with perforated tubes which are spaced a certain distance apart. The mussles are heated to about 85.degree. C. inside the container while being maintained in compacted condition whereby they will be able to open to a minimum extent only. The mussles are then cooled and dry-frozen individually. The cooking (processing) liquid may be frozen in cubes, blocks or the like. The liquid is then used in the final preparation of the mussles prior to their consumption.

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