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Goose Barnacles With Lemon

Matt Sulem|

Goose Barnacles With Lemon
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Although barnacles are mainly known as a nuisance to sailors, they can also be a delicacy for diners. Goose barnacles (or “percebes”), once thought to be part of the mollusk family, are actually crustaceans, and have a sweet, succulent, and lobster-like consistency and flavor. This simple recipe will highlight the natural flavor without covering it up.This recipes comes courtesy of Saveur.
Servings
3
Goose Barnacles With Lemon
Ingredients
  • 8 cup water
  • 1 cup kosher salt
  • 1 pound goose barnacles, separated and rinsed
  • 1 lemon
Directions
  1. Bring water to a boil in a 4-quart saucepan.
  2. Stir in kosher salt until dissolved, about 1 minute.
  3. Add gooseneck barnacles; cook until tender, 2–3 minutes.
  4. Drain barnacles; serve with lemon wedges.
 
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