{"product_id":"gooseneck-barnacles","title":"Fresh Gooseneck Barnacles - Premium Alaska Percebes (5 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGooseneck Barnacles (Percebes)\u003c\/strong\u003e – rare, wild-harvested delicacy prized for their intense ocean flavor and tender, briny texture. Sourced from rugged coastal waters of Alaska, these premium shellfish offer a clean, fresh taste reminiscent of the sea. Carefully handled and packed for peak freshness, gooseneck barnacles deliver an authentic gourmet seafood experience sought after by true connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil (traditional):\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring salted water to a boil; add barnacles and cook for 1–2 minutes; serve immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteam or Blanch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam briefly to reduce natural saltiness; remove rough outer skin to reveal tender meat inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarlic Butter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve with melted garlic butter for dipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Chowders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to seafood soups or chowders for intense ocean flavor, similar to littlenecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Eat\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwist or peel back the outer skin at the base and remove the inner meat. The dark outer casing is not eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep refrigerated at 34–38°F, loosely covered with a damp cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsume within 1–2 days for optimal freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipped via UPS Overnight with gel ice to ensure freshness upon arrival. Contact us within 24 hours of delivery with any concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"HowTo\",\n      \"name\": \"How to Prepare Gooseneck Barnacles (Percebes)\",\n      \"description\": \"Traditional preparation methods for fresh wild-harvested Alaskan gooseneck barnacles.\",\n      \"supply\": [\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToSupply\", \"name\": \"Fresh gooseneck barnacles\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToSupply\", \"name\": \"Salted water or seawater\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToSupply\", \"name\": \"Optional: garlic butter for dipping\"}\n      ],\n      \"tool\": [\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToTool\", \"name\": \"Large pot\"},\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToTool\", \"name\": \"Steamer basket (optional)\"}\n      ],\n      \"step\": [\n        {\"@type\": \"HowToStep\", \"name\": \"Boil (traditional)\", \"text\": \"Bring salted water to a boil. 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They are considered a luxury seafood delicacy in Spain and Portugal.\"}},\n        {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Where are gooseneck barnacles harvested?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"They are typically harvested from rugged Atlantic and Pacific coastlines, often by hand in challenging conditions, which contributes to their premium status.\"}},\n        {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What do gooseneck barnacles taste like?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"They have a clean, intensely fresh ocean flavor, often described as a combination of clam, oyster, and lobster with a sweet, briny finish.\"}},\n        {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the texture like?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The edible portion inside the shell is tender, juicy, and slightly firm with a smooth mouthfeel.\"}},\n        {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How are they typically prepared?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Gooseneck barnacles are traditionally boiled briefly in salted water (often seawater) for 1-2 minutes and served immediately. 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