555 Amanda launches ambient mussels range to help chefs build premium, low-waste menus. 555 Amanda is expanding its award-winning seafood portfolio with the launch of two new ambient mussel products to the UK market: 555 Amanda Mussels in Brine and 555 Amanda Smoked Mussels.
Designed for modern foodservice operators seeking versatile, premium seafood with minimal waste and maximum convenience, the new range offers chefs a ready-to-use mussel solution with a 36-month shelf life and no chilled storage requirements.
As demand continues to grow for high-protein seafood dishes, tapas-style dining, and sustainable menu solutions, the new products are designed to help operators deliver flavour-forward dishes while reducing prep time, spoilage, and pressure on fridge space.
Available in convenient 200g pots, both products are fully ambient and ready-to-eat, making them ideal for busy kitchens looking for flexible seafood ingredients that can be used across multiple menu applications.
555 Amanda Mussels in Brine offer a mild, naturally sweet flavour with a tender bite and clean finish. Naturally preserved in brine, they are designed for lighter dishes including pasta, salads, tapas, seafood platters, and lunch menus where delicate flavour and versatility are key.
Meanwhile, 555 Amanda Smoked Mussels are gently smoked on beechwood and preserved in rapeseed oil, delivering a rich, savoury depth ideal for pasta dishes, small plates, sharing boards, dressings, and premium bar snacks.
The launch comes as the hospitality industry continues to embrace underutilised seafood species that deliver both sustainability and profitability. While UK consumers still rely heavily on a small number of seafood favourites, industry experts estimate that around 80% of seafood consumption comes from just five species: cod, haddock, salmon, tuna and prawns, highlighting growing opportunities for operators to diversify menus with alternative seafood options.*
At the same time, mussels are increasingly being recognised as one of the most sustainable forms of animal protein production. Unlike many other seafood products, mussels require no feed inputs and naturally filter seawater as they grow, while also delivering high levels of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids. With operators under pressure to reduce waste, improve margins and offer healthier menu choices, ambient seafood products are becoming increasingly attractive within modern foodservice.**
Both products are naturally high in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids and support the growing consumer demand for nutritious seafood options that also deliver on flavour and convenience.
Gavin McLean, UK General Manager at 555 Amanda, said:
“Seafood operators are under more pressure than ever to balance quality, consistency, waste reduction and profitability. Our new mussel range has been designed to help solve those challenges.
“These products give chefs the ability to add premium seafood to menus in a really flexible and accessible way. They are fully ambient, easy to portion, simple to use, and packed with flavour. Whether it’s a tapas dish, pasta special, seafood salad or sharing platter, mussels are becoming increasingly relevant in modern foodservice.
“We’re also seeing growing interest in smaller seafood plates, protein-rich ingredients, and high-quality preserved seafood across hospitality. These products fit naturally into that trend while still delivering the practicality operators need.”
The launch continues 555 Amanda’s mission to create innovative seafood products that help chefs and manufacturers improve GP, reduce waste, and build more sustainable menus.
The brand has already gained industry recognition through its award-winning Salmon Roulade, which was crowned Food Service Product of the Year at the Quality Food Awards 2024 and later won Best New Ingredient at The Sammies 2025.
Where to Buy
555 Amanda Mussels in Brine and 555 Amanda Smoked Mussels will be available in 200g pots on Amazon.