New Zealand Langoustine

New Zealand Scampi is a deep-sea crustacean harvested from the cold, pristine waters surrounding New Zealand. Renowned for its delicate texture and naturally sweet, lobster-like flavor, this luxury seafood item is a favorite among top chefs worldwide.

With its white, meaty flesh encased in a pale pink shell with reddish-orange bands, New Zealand Langoustine is as visually striking, flavorful, and renowed by Mark Foods as the best bite of shellfish.

Scientific Name
Metanephrops challengeri
regional nicknames
Scampi, Lobsterette, Baby Lobster, Deep Sea Lobster

Product Details

product format

Raw, Frozen

prep

HOSO

Size

G1 through G5 (3 x 2 KG)

country of origin

New Zealand

catch method

Wild-caught with small demersal trawl with low-impact gear

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Species highlights

Premium Wild-Caught Origin

Harvested in New Zealand’s pristine waters under one of the world’s most rigorous quota management systems.

Exquisite Flavor & Texture

White, meaty flesh with a sweet, clean, and subtly briny taste—often compared to lobster but more delicate.

Culinary Versatility

Highly adaptable for raw or cooked preparations, including grilling, baking, poaching, sashimi, or bisques.

Chef-Coveted Delicacy

A sought-after ingredient featured on fine-dining and Michelin-starred menus around the world.

Responsible Sourcing

MSC-certified fishery
Managed under New Zealand’s Quota Management System (QMS), one of the most advanced fishery management systems globally

Traceability

Full catch documentation traceability from vessel to plate

Delicious Details

Learn what makes this species a mouth-watering seafood staple.

Ideal Cooking Techniques

Raw

Grilled

Broiled

Sautéed

Poached

Pasta Dishes

Flavor Notes

Sweet, mild, lobster-like

Texture

Tender, delicate, moist

Culinary uses
across cuisines

Seared Scampi with Chilli and Garlic Butter

Cuisine Type
Australian
Source
Sanford & Sons

Seared scampi tossed in a spicy chili and garlic-butter sauce with herbs and lemon.

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Scampi Ceviche with Avocado, Microgreens & Scampi Oil

Cuisine Type
Latin-American
Source
Cuisine NZ

Bright scampi ceviche marinated in zesty citrus with creamy avocado and peppery microgreens.

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Poached Langoustines

Cuisine Type
French
Source
Philippa Davis

Delicate poached langoustines served with a crisp apple-fennel-radish salad, creamy aioli, and lemon.

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Grilled Scampi

Cuisine Type
Australian
Source
Manetta's

Grilled scampi tossed with chili, fragrant herbs, and garlic.

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