Mantis shrimp, 500 g

Description

The mantis shrimp (Squilla mantis) is a crustacean with a yellowish-brownish body. It is found on the Catalan Coast and is very popular near the Ebre Delta.

500 g of mantis shrimp are perfect for two people.

About the mantis shrimp

Its common and scientific names come from its resemblance to a praying mantis. These shrimp use their claws to hunt and can even smash their prey at a speed of 80 km/h.

It lives in seabeds made of sand or silt, and, usually, it’s fished with trawlers or gillnetting boats.

How to cook it

Until a few years ago, the mantis shrimp wasn’t appreciated in Catalan cuisine because it doesn’t have much meat. It was used to cook broth, but now it can be found in rice dishes and fideuás. It can also be grilled, highlighting its delicious meat. This crustacean is also low on calories, but rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins.

Here you can find a rice recipe with mantis shrimp and flying squid.