Scampi
Scampi, Nephrops norvegicus, is a very popular European Lobster that is fished seasonally in spring and summer from Iceland to Western Norway and in the Mediterranean Sea.
Scampi is:
- Low in calories yet rich in nutrients.
- Good source of minerals such as Iron, Selenium, and Phosphorous.
- A good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.
Vima presents Scampi frozen and packed in a plastic tray. Scampi are deepwater crustaceans inhabiting burrows on the continental shelf and are truly a delicious delicacy with succulent white flesh and a very sweet juicy taste.
Available in:
- Pack 6X800 g, box 4.8kg
- Tray 4×1.5kg, box 6kg
Categories | Gourmet Seafood, Seafood, Vima Selección |
Tags | lobster, seafood, shrimp |
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