Limpet is a seafood ingredient.

Limpet is a seafood ingredient. Its soft body is divided into a head, abdomen and feet (the feet are very small). Most limpets are small, with the largest reaching 10 centimeters across. Its shell is not spiral, but a flat cone, which is very hard and can be used to protect itself.

At high tide, the limpet's powerful feet act like suction cups, clinging to rocks. When water levels are high, limpets often move around and feed on seaweed. Its rasp-like tongue squeaks against the rocks whenever it moves. When the tide recedes, the limpet returns to its original stone. However, the stone wears away, creating a smooth depression the size of a limpet shell. Limpets spend a short period of their planktonic larval life before settling on rocks.

Limpets have fan-shaped shells and delicious meat, and are widely used in cooking various cuisines. Here’s a look at the nutritional value and common cooking methods of limpets:

Nutritional value of limpets:

- Protein: Limpets are rich in high-quality protein, which is important for the growth and repair of body cells.

- Minerals: Limpets are rich in minerals such as calcium, iron, and zinc, which contribute to bone health, blood circulation, and immune system function.

- Omega-3 fatty acids: Limpets are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial to heart health and brain function.

Common cooking methods include:

1. Steam limpets: Wash the limpets, put them in a steamer, add some ginger slices and minced garlic, and steam for 5-7 minutes until the meat of the limpets becomes tender and cooked. You can add some steamed fish soy sauce or clear soup to taste according to your personal taste.

2. Grill the limpets: Take out the limpet meat, rinse it with clean water and drain it. Evenly apply olive oil, minced garlic, herbs and other seasonings on the limpet meat, then place it in a preheated oven and bake at high temperature for 5-8 minutes, until the limpet meat is cooked through and slightly caramelized.

3. Stir-fried limpets with vegetables: Cut the limpet meat into small pieces, add oil to the hot pan, add minced garlic, ginger slices and vegetables and stir-fry until fragrant, then add the limpet meat and stir-fry evenly, add appropriate amount of salt, pepper and soy sauce Wait for the seasonings and finally fry until cooked.

Please note that when cooking limpets make sure to buy them fresh and eat them in moderation based on your personal taste and health. At the same time, pay attention to food safety and hygiene and ensure that it is thoroughly heated and cooked.