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Langoustines

Crustacean

What is are Langoustines?

Langoustines are crustaceans living on the sea bed and tend to be caught via creel or dredging. They are generally available all year round. Langoustines have a similar aroma to Lobster and a smooth texture, with a rich, sweet tasting flesh.

Langoustines have little after-taste. Lobsters provide an alternative to Langoustines.

Latin Name

Nephrops norvegicus

Available as

Wild, Fresh, Frozen

Found in

North East Atlantic

Langoustines

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