percebes
Risking Death for One of the Sea's Ugliest, Tastiest Creatures
Fishermen in Galicia face death every time the go hunting for percebes, a hideous but highly sought-after barnacle found in the waters here. I followed one man on his harvest to find out why they do it.
Percebes (Goose Barnacles) Recipe
This recipe for goose barnacles—a.k.a. percebes and "Devil's Fingers"—comes from Miguelin, a Bakio fisherman. Alternate each bite with a sip of wine and bite of bread.
Meet the Portuguese Barnacle Diver Who Is Risking His Life for Your Dinner
Barnacles, those crusty little things that get stuck on the bottom of boats, are all the rage in Portuguese kitchens.
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