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How to Cook Mussel Risotto in Disney Dreamlight Valley

by Gabriella May 15,2025

If you're a fan of Disney Dreamlight Valley, you're likely no stranger to the various recipes available in Gameloft's enchanting simulation game, including the delightful Risotto dishes like Fish Risotto. With the introduction of the Storybook Vale expansion, a new Risotto recipe, Mussel Risotto, has been added to the mix. This dish is described in-game as being slow-simmered to perfection. Given the vast array of recipes to uncover and biomes to explore within Storybook Vale, you might be curious about how to whip up Mussel Risotto and what ingredients you'll need.

Crafting Mussel Risotto can be a bit challenging, especially if you're on the hunt for Mussels, a key ingredient from the Storybook Vale fish collection that's essential for the recipe. But don't worry—our guide will walk you through everything you need to know to create this dish, from unlocking the recipe to sourcing all the necessary ingredients.

How To Make Mussel Risotto in Disney Dreamlight Valley

To prepare Mussel Risotto in Disney Dreamlight Valley, you'll need access to the Storybook Vale expansion and the following ingredients:

  • Any Spice
  • Garlic
  • Mussel
  • Olives
  • Rice

Once prepared at a cooking station, Mussel Risotto becomes a 5-star Disney Dreamlight Valley entrée that boosts your energy by +1,718 upon consumption. You can also sell it at Goofy's Stall for 457 Gold Star Coins.

Where To Find Mussel Risotto Recipe Ingredients in Disney Dreamlight Valley

Here's where you can find each ingredient needed to make Mussel Risotto in Disney Dreamlight Valley:

Any Spice

Mussel Risotto allows you the creative liberty to choose your preferred spice to add to the mix. You can use any spice or herb from the base game or expansions. If you're looking to use ingredients from The Storybook Vale, consider gathering Lightning Spice from the Elysian Fields or Garlic from the Wild Woods. The choice is yours!

Garlic

As mentioned earlier, Garlic can be found in The Wild Woods within the Everafter biome, sprouting from the ground. It's also available in the base game, where you can find it in the Forest of Valor. Given its frequent use in many recipes, it's wise to keep a good stock of Garlic.

Olives

To source Olives, head to the Mythopia biome in The Storybook Vale, where they grow on trees. You can harvest Olives in several areas of Mythopia, yielding about four olives per harvest every 30 minutes:

  • The Elysian Fields
  • The Fiery Plains
  • The Statue's Shadow
  • Mount Olympus

Olives can also be sold for 35 Gold Star Coins or consumed for a +350 energy boost.

Mussel

Mussels might be a bit elusive, but you only need one for Mussel Risotto. They can be found on the ground in Mythopia, though they're a rare spawn and often appear in specific locations such as near Trial areas. You can pick up Mussels in the following areas:

  • The Elysian Fields
  • The Fiery Plains
  • The Statue's Shadow
  • Mount Olympus

Rice

The final ingredient, Rice, can be purchased at Goofy's Stall in the Glade of Trust. Rice Seeds cost 35 Gold Star Coins per bag. If you've upgraded Goofy's Stall, you can also buy fully-grown Rice for 92 Gold Star Coins when it's in stock.

With these tips, you're all set to make Mussel Risotto in Disney Dreamlight Valley. Once prepared, it will be added to your Storybook Vale recipe collection. You might even want to use it as a decorative item, adding a touch of the sea to your Valley's aesthetic.