Güeyu Mar Grilled Spicy Cockles in EVOO, 140g

Güeyu Mar, located on the north coast of Spain, is one of the country’s most famous restaurants. Chef Abel Álvarez has elevated the Spanish delicacy of canned seafood. The canning venture sprung up as a way to keep the tiny seasonal restaurant’s staff employed year-round. These cockles are chargrilled over a mix of birch, beech, and oak wood, packed with a dash of habanero pepper, and preserved in Arbequina extra virgin olive oil. The delicate cockles have an intoxicating smokiness and a mild, lively spiciness. Add a can of these to fresh linguine with a splash of white wine and chopped parsley for a delicious smoky vongole.