Shellfish
Centolla
Ushuaia, Argentina
Magellanic king crab from the cold waters of the Beagle Channel and Strait of Magellan, prized for its sweet, delicate meat. Served 'natural' with lemon or in creamy chupe de centolla.
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What it is
A closer look at Centolla.
Magellanic king crab from the cold waters of the Beagle Channel and Strait of Magellan, prized for its sweet, delicate meat. Served 'natural' with lemon or in creamy chupe de centolla.
What to look for
Know it when you find it.
Giant, spindly red king crab legs with sweet, white, delicate meat, served with lemon or in a creamy gratin.
Where it belongs
Origins and
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