1, degree of hardness, mussels are commonly known in the north and Qingkou in the south. Mytilus is a dried product of bivalve shellfish. The meat of mussels is red, the color of dried products will become darker, and some even turn orange, which is a group of hard mussels with full meat. Maoniang refers to scallop, which belongs to mollusca and is an important shellfish culture species in China.

2. In terms of taste, mussels are plump, tender and juicy, and the taste is sweet, soft and refreshing. Maoniang itself contains moisture, which is convenient for cooking, has a stronger taste and is delicious.