{"title":"Shellfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eShellfish with the shell still doing its job: swimming crab, spotted babylon snails, marinated mud snails, whole cleaned abalone and half-shell oysters. Steam, boil, braise or serve them chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"frozen-whole-swimming-crab","title":"Frozen Whole Swimming Crab","description":"\u003cp\u003eA whole blue swimming crab, landed from clean coastal waters and quickly frozen so the meat keeps its firm bite and gentle ocean sweetness. The speckled blue-green shell and the limbs arrive in one piece, ready for the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete crab, shell and legs intact, for a proper seafood presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlump white meat with a firm, springy texture and a clean briny finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-frozen close to the catch to hold natural moisture and flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal prep work - thaw, clean, cook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam over high heat until the shell turns bright orange-red, then serve with a ginger and vinegar dip. For something richer, cut it into sections, sear in hot oil, then braise with ginger, garlic, spring onion and chilli. Take it off the heat as soon as the meat is set - longer cooking is what turns crab dry and stringy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen at -18 C or below. Thaw in the refrigerator, never at room temperature, and do not refreeze once fully thawed. Keep the packaging sealed to prevent freezer burn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKE LACEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49482453286983,"sku":null,"price":31.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/files\/frozen-whole-swimming-crab-1.jpg?v=1791340565"},{"product_id":"frozen-spotted-babylon-snails","title":"Frozen Spotted Babylon Snails","description":"\u003cp\u003eA coastal favourite with a shell worth showing off - brown and white spots over a smooth spiral, and a plump, springy piece of meat tucked inside. Flash-frozen soon after harvest so the natural sweetness stays put.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive spotted shells that look as good on a platter as they taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm, bouncy meat with a sea-sweet finish and no rubbery chew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaned and processed, so preparation is minimal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks boiled, stir-fried, braised or served cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThaw in the refrigerator and rinse the shells well. Drop them into boiling water until the meat is just done, then serve with a garlic and chilli dip. For deeper flavour, boil first and soak in a seasoned mix of chilli, garlic, spring onion and vinegar. However you cook them, stop early - overcooking is what makes the meat tough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen at -18 C or below. Thaw in the refrigerator before preparation and do not refreeze after full thawing. Reseal the packaging so they do not pick up other odours.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKE LACEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49482453614663,"sku":null,"price":27.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/files\/frozen-spotted-babylon-snails-1.jpg?v=1791340568"},{"product_id":"frozen-whole-cleaned-abalone","title":"Frozen Whole Cleaned Abalone","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarvested from cold coastal water and flash-frozen straight after processing, so each one arrives whole with its shell and a dense, glossy piece of meat. A premium ingredient that carries deep, savoury sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhole, with the iridescent shell and full-bodied meat intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThick and compact, tender with a springy chew\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-processed to cut down on fiddly preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits braising, steaming, soup and hot pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThaw in the refrigerator and clean well. For a classic braise, simmer gently in a soy-based sauce over low heat so the meat takes on the flavour, then plate with baby bok choy. Added to soup, keep the heat low - a long hard boil is what makes it rubbery. Steamed, give it a moderate time and finish with a garlic-soy dip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep frozen at -18 C or below. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking and never refreeze after full thawing. Keep the pack tightly sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKE LACEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49482461904967,"sku":null,"price":40.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/files\/frozen-whole-cleaned-abalone-1.jpg?v=1791340572"},{"product_id":"ready-to-eat-marinated-mud-snails","title":"Ready-to-Eat Marinated Mud Snails","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic coastal delicacy, cured in a traditional savoury brine until the meat turns glossy and translucent. Crisp and springy on the bite, with a salty-sweet depth and no fishy edge - straight from the jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cooking at all - open and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirm, bouncy texture with a clean savoury finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent with steamed rice, or as a cold starter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA scattering of sliced chilli or chopped spring onion lifts the aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChill and serve as a cold appetiser, or spoon them over hot steamed rice for a simple, comforting meal. Do not heat them - high temperature destroys the signature crunch. Once the jar is opened, eat them soon for the best flavour and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep refrigerated. Do not freeze. Seal tightly after opening and keep away from direct sunlight and warm spots.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKE LACEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49482462134343,"sku":null,"price":21.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/files\/ready-to-eat-marinated-mud-snails-1.jpg?v=1791340575"},{"product_id":"frozen-half-shell-oysters","title":"Frozen Half-Shell Oysters","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlump oyster meat left sitting in its own half shell, with the natural liquor kept in place. Frozen at peak freshness so the briny-sweet character and creamy texture come through intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHalf-shell presentation with the meat and its liquor preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaned to remove shell grit and debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo preservatives, additives or chemical treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe chilled, bake, grill, broil, or drop into soup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThaw slowly in the refrigerator while still packaged - never at room temperature, and do not soak the shells in water. Kept cold on crushed ice, they are ready to serve with lemon, mignonette or cocktail sauce. To bake, top with butter, garlic or cheese and cook at 200 C for 6 to 9 minutes until the edges curl lightly. On the grill, cook 5 to 7 minutes over medium heat, basting with butter and herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep continuously frozen at -18 C or below. Do not refreeze after full thawing; once thawed, eat within 24 to 48 hours. Best finished within 9 months of proper frozen storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIKE LACEY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49482470457415,"sku":null,"price":15.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/files\/frozen-half-shell-oysters-1.jpg?v=1791340579"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2718\/7015\/collections\/frozen-half-shell-oysters-1.jpg?v=1791342128","url":"https:\/\/milaelec.shop\/collections\/shellfish.oembed","provider":"MIKE LACEY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}