Lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus)
Lumpfish Caviar 100g (Black or Red)
Premium lumpfish roe in black or red, made to add colour and texture to party food rather than to imitate sturgeon caviar. The small, firm eggs have a tight bite and a salty flavour that works well with dairy and smoked fish. Both colours come pasteurised in a 100g jar.
- Pearl
- Small
- Flavour
- Briny
- Delivered
- Chilled
About Lumpfish Caviar 100g (Black or Red)
Lumpfish caviar is the caterer's secret for colour and texture on a canapé tray. It is not a substitute for sturgeon caviar, and it does not pretend to be, but this premium lumpfish roe brings a firmer, tighter texture and a contrasting salty flavour that works brilliantly alongside dairy and smoked fish.
Choose the classic black, or the red, which is particularly good in sushi and adds a bright note to a mixed platter. Both are pasteurised for a longer shelf life.
At a glance
- Species: lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus)
- Colours: black or red
- Texture: small, firm, tight eggs
- Jar: 100g, pasteurised
- Best for: canapés, sushi, garnishes and party food
Serve with soured cream or cream cheese on blinis or French toast, or use it to dress devilled eggs and fish starters.
Product details
- Caviar type
- Lumpfish roe
- Species
- Cyclopterus lumpus
- Pearl size
- Small
- Pearl colour
- Black, Red-orange
- Flavour
- Briny
- Dietary
- Gluten free, Dairy free, Pescatarian
- Storage
- Chilled
- Category
- Fish Roe
- Colour
- Black, Red
Storage
- Refrigerate the jar on arrival.
- Check the use-by date, as both colours are pasteurised for a longer shelf life.
- Once opened, keep the lid on tightly in the fridge and use it up promptly.
- Keep a separate spoon for the black and red jars so the colours do not mix.
Serving
- Add it at the last minute, as the colour can run onto cream cheese or egg if left to sit.
- Serve with soured cream or cream cheese on blinis or French toast.
- Dress devilled eggs and fish starters with a small spoonful.
- Use the red in sushi or to brighten a mixed platter, and the black for a classic look.
Ingredients and allergens
Black: lumpfish roe (fish) 84%, water, salt, sugar, stabilisers (E412, E415, E410), acidifier (E330), preservatives (E202, E211), colours (E150d, E151). Red: lumpfish roe (fish) 82%, water, salt, stabiliser (E413), colours (E101, E120, E160a), acidity regulator (E330), preservative (E211). Contains fish.
Allergens are shown in bold. Recipes can change, so please always check the label on the product you receive.
Delivery and returns
We aim to process and dispatch the majority of your caviar orders same-day when placed before 3PM Monday to Thursday, and 92% of them will be delivered on the next working day.
Orders after 3PM on Thursday will likely be dispatched the following working day (usually Monday) so if you need your order urgently please do get in touch with us. We pack all orders with multiple ice packs to ensure they arrive fresh and chilled so don't worry if it takes an extra day to arrive.
Same-day delivery is available in some London areas.
Our caviar lasts for 3-6 months, but once opened should be consumed within 3-4 days.
Delivery Methods & Costs
The majority of our orders are delivered via Royal Mail's Tracked 24 service (up to the value of £250), with the rest going via DHL Domestic Express or Royal Mail Special Delivery.
- Orders up to £99 - £5
- Orders over £100 - FREE
Remote locations:
Deliveries to the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Islands and a few other remote locations can take up to 2-3 days to reach you. Please consider this before placing your order.
Questions
Lumpfish Caviar 100g (Black or Red): your questions answered
Anything else you would like to know? Our team is always happy to help.
Is lumpfish caviar real caviar?
No. It is the roe of the lumpfish (Cyclopterus lumpus), not sturgeon, and it does not pretend to be. It is used for its colour, firm texture and salty flavour.
What is lumpfish roe used for?
Caterers use it on canapés, sushi and garnishes. It is lovely on blinis with soured cream, on devilled eggs and with fish starters.
Does lumpfish caviar contain colourings?
Yes. The black contains E150d and E151 and the red contains E101, E120 and E160a. Full ingredients for both are listed on this page.
Which is better, black or red lumpfish caviar?
It depends on the dish. Black gives the classic caviar look, while red is particularly good in sushi and adds a bright note to a mixed platter. Both are £6 a jar.
