Grilled limpets ( Portuguese: Lapas grelhadas) are a typical delicacy in the cuisine of the archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, consisting of seasoned and grilled lapas ( limpets) in their own shells. They are usually consumed as an appetizer. The cooking is done on a grill, where the limpets are presented when the dish is served still hot. In the Azores, the main ingredients used for seasoning are paprika paste, garlic, and butter. [1] [2] [3] [4]
Grilled limpets ( Portuguese: Lapas grelhadas) are a typical delicacy in the cuisine of the archipelagos of the Azores and Madeira, consisting of seasoned and grilled lapas ( limpets) in their own shells. They are usually consumed as an appetizer. The cooking is done on a grill, where the limpets are presented when the dish is served still hot. In the Azores, the main ingredients used for seasoning are paprika paste, garlic, and butter. [1] [2] [3] [4]