Gambero Rosso Prawns, XXL, 900g

Gambero Rosso Prawns XXL is 900g of XXL Gambero Rosso prawns — the celebrated red prawn of the Italian Mediterranean, with an extraordinary sweetness, a vivid red colour and a flavour of unmatched intensity. Gambero Rosso prawns XXL is one of Italy’s most prized ingredients. As a result, they appear on the menus of the finest Italian coastal restaurants from Sicily to Liguria. Furthermore, the name Gambero Rosso — meaning red prawn — refers specifically to the wild Aristeus antennatus caught in the deep Mediterranean. In particular, the XXL size at this grade is exceptionally rare and commands the highest prices at the Palermo and Taranto fish markets.

About Gambero Rosso Prawns XXL

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 Gambero Rosso Prawns XXL 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 Gambero Rosso Prawns XXL

To get the very best from it:

• Defrost overnight in the fridge and handle gently to preserve the delicate shell and head.
• Serve raw as crudo with olive oil, lemon and sea salt for the most direct expression of flavour.
• Furthermore, gambero rosso prawns XXL suit cooking for no more than 45 seconds per side in a very hot pan with the finest olive oil.
• Additionally, serve whole on crushed ice with lemon wedges as a starter where their visual impact alone is remarkable.

Perfect Pairings

This product pairs beautifully with:

• Outstanding Sicilian olive oil and sea salt — nothing more
• Lemon, chilli and basil for a simple Italian crudo
• A simple pasta with the bisque from the shells alongside
• A glass of Etna Bianco, Vermentino or the finest Sicilian white 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, this product brings a flavour and quality that only carefully sourced shellfish can deliver. Moreover, the finest prawns and langoustine always reward the simplest preparations.