Frozen Langoustine, 1kg 8/12

Frozen Langoustine Medium 1kg is 1kg of medium frozen langoustine at 8 to 12 pieces per kilo — the most versatile size for both whole presentations and for splitting and incorporating into pasta and rice dishes. At 8 to 12 per kilo these are well-sized restaurant-standard langoustine. As a result, they suit both grilling whole as a starter and incorporating into a pasta or risotto preparation. Furthermore, this is the size most commonly used in restaurant kitchens for langoustine pasta and bisque. In particular, the medium size gives excellent value relative to the larger grade while still delivering the characteristic sweet langoustine flavour.

About Frozen Langoustine Medium 1kg

We source our prawns and langoustine from specialist suppliers across the Atlantic, Mediterranean and Pacific. In particular, we select every variety for its provenance, flavour profile and the quality standards of the fishery or farm. As a result, our prawn range spans everything from everyday wild Atlantic prawns to some of the rarest and most celebrated shellfish in the world. Furthermore, prawn and langoustine quality varies enormously by species, origin and handling. However, the difference between correctly handled premium shellfish and a poorly sourced alternative is immediately apparent in the eating. In particular, species like Carabineros, Gambero Rosso and Obsiblue are in a completely different class from commodity prawns. Additionally, we work with suppliers who share our insistence on correct cold chain from catch to delivery. That commitment to genuine quality drives every sourcing decision we make. That is why this product from The Artisan Food Company consistently impresses even the most discerning cooks.

Why Choose Frozen Langoustine Medium 1kg From Us

Cooking prawns and langoustine well requires very little technique but a clear understanding of heat and timing. In contrast to meat cookery, prawns need only seconds over high heat. As a result, the single most important rule is never to overcook. Furthermore, a premium prawn like Carabineros or Gambero Rosso needs nothing more than a hot pan, good olive oil and sea salt. However, flavour-forward varieties like Argentinian Red also suit raw preparations where their sweetness shines. In particular, langoustine deserve the gentlest possible treatment – a brief split and grill or a few minutes in a court bouillon. Moreover, defrosting correctly matters as much as cooking correctly. Additionally, always defrost premium shellfish overnight in the fridge rather than under running water, which leaches flavour. That patience in defrosting pays immediate dividends in the eating.

How to Cook Frozen Langoustine Medium 1kg

To get the very best from it:

• Defrost overnight in the fridge and pat dry before cooking.
• Split in half and grill flesh-side down for 2 minutes with butter and garlic for a simple starter.
• Furthermore, frozen langoustine medium 1kg suits a classic linguine alle scampi — sauté with garlic, white wine and cherry tomatoes.
• Additionally, use the shells to make a langoustine bisque after removing the tail meat for pasta.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Good butter, garlic and chilli for a simple grill
• Linguine, white wine, garlic and cherry tomatoes for scampi pasta
• Cream, brandy and tarragon for a bisque sauce
• A glass of white Burgundy, Soave or a crisp Chablis alongside

Storage: Keep frozen and defrost in the fridge overnight before use. Furthermore, once defrosted use within 24 hours and do not refreeze. However, for the finest result always defrost slowly in the fridge rather than under running water, which draws out flavour. Delivered frozen and ready to defrost and cook.

However you cook it, Frozen Langoustine Medium 1kg brings a flavour and quality that only carefully sourced shellfish can deliver. Moreover, the finest prawns and langoustine always reward the simplest preparations.