In Turkey's coastal areas,mussels stuffed with rice are a traditional starter, or 'meze', that accompanies fish and seafood meals. These pleasing little packages have a mix of allspice, cinnamon,pine nuts and currants that gives them a nutty, sweet flavor.
Some even add a spoon of Turkish coffee grains to the filling for extra flavor.
Stuffed mussels are a must-have at the countless fish restaurants dotting the shores of Istanbul. You can also get them from street vendors who walk around the beaches during the summer.
Some even add a spoon of Turkish coffee grains to the filling for extra flavor.
Stuffed mussels are a must-have at the countless fish restaurants dotting the shores of Istanbul. You can also get them from street vendors who walk around the beaches during the summer.