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cigale de mer

slipper lobster or sand lobster

Slipper Lobster

The cigale de meror ‘sea cicada’ is rare in the Mediterranean and protected; if available in France, it’s very expensive.

Also known as popinée, it’s far more common around Nouvelle-Calédonie. Their tails feature in simple dishes, fried or served with peppers and tomatoes.

Fish and seafood

Text © Dana Facaros

Image by prilfish