Langoustine Tartare

Langoustine tartare is a fresh and refined appetizer typical of Italian cuisine, great to start a fish-based dinner. Below you will find the ingredients to make a langoustine tartare for two people:

Ingredients

• 200 g of fresh langoustines
• 1 lemon (the juice)
• 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt to taste
• White pepper to taste (optional)
• A bunch of fresh chives
• One ripe avocado (option for a more exotic touch)

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the langoustines: remove the shell and the intestinal thread and gently wash under running cold water. Dry well with kitchen paper.
2. Cut the langoustines into very small cubes to obtain a tartare.
3. Put the diced langoustines in a bowl and season with extra-virgin olive oil, a pinch of salt, and, if you wish, a grind of white pepper.
4. Add the fresh lemon juice, which will flavor and slightly “cook” the crustaceans with its acidity.
5. Finely chop the chives and incorporate them into the tartare. Let marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the langoustines to become well-flavored.
6. If you wish to add an exotic touch, you can prepare a bed of avocado: mash the pulp of a ripe avocado with a fork and season with lemon, salt, and oil. Spread the avocado at the bottom of the plate and lay the langoustine tartare on top when serving.

Curiosity

The word “tartare” has rather debated origins, but in modern cuisine, it commonly refers to dishes made with raw meat or fish, finely chopped and simply seasoned to enhance the flavor. For langoustine tartare, it is essential to use langoustines of excellent quality and freshness since they will be consumed raw.

Enjoy your meal and remember that the quality of the ingredients is fundamental for this dish, so always choose the freshest langoustines.