With Black Friday in full swing and the first Christmas shopping already underway, many households are beginning to plan their special menus for the arrival of Christmas. This year, Carrefour has launched one of its most striking offers in frozen seafood: Chef del Mar’s Frozen Raw American Lobster, a perfect product for big occasions that is now reduced from 13.16 to only 10.99 euros per 400 gram tray.
It is an imported frozen lobster that allows you to enjoy the flavor of premium seafood without having to go to specialized fishmongers. With a price that goes from €32.90/kg to €27.48/kg, the reduction makes it an attractive option for those looking to prepare a special dish without blowing up their budget.
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One of its main advantages is its versatility in the kitchen. As it comes raw and frozen, it allows you to prepare traditional recipes such as cooked lobster, soupy rice or even pasta with seafood, adapting to both simple preparations and more elaborate dishes.
This is Carrefour’s Chef del Mar raw lobster
According to the information on the packaging, this product contains only lobster as an ingredient. The manufacturer warns that it may contain traces of mollusks and fish, so it should be taken into account in case of allergies.
According to the Spanish Nutrition Foundationlobster is one of the most valued crustaceans both commercially and gastronomically. Its main nutrient is proteins of high biological value, while its fat content is very low, predominantly Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids beneficial for cardiovascular health. It also has a high content of purines and cholesterol, to the point that a single serving can exceed the nutritional objectives recommended for men in the case of cholesterol.
In addition, lobster is a natural source of essential minerals such as zinc, selenium, phosphorus and iodine, and stands out for its contribution of vitamin B12 and niacin (vitamin B3), nutrients that contribute to normal energy metabolism and the correct functioning of the nervous system.
How to prepare Chef del Mar Raw Lobster
The manufacturer indicates that the product must be previously thawed in the refrigerator and cooked completely before consumption. These are some of the most common ways to prepare it through traditional cooking:
- Fill a large pot with plenty of water and salt.
- Bring it to a boil.
- Add the lobster when the water is boiling.
- Cook between 12 and 15 minutes, depending on the size.
- Cool slightly and serve whole or chopped.
Once cooked, it can be added chopped to brothy rice, paella, fideuá, soups or seafood broths. Regarding its conservation, the product must be kept at –18 ºC, without refreezing after thawing.
With this Black Friday sale, Carrefour’s frozen lobster becomes an opportunity to enjoy premium seafood at a more affordable price, ideal for anticipating festive menus without waiting for peak demand in December.