Q: What is the difference between the different types of crab meat?

Jumbo Lump consists of whole lumps of white meat from the body of the crab with little shell or cartilage. It is the perfect size for chilled seafood cocktails and crab salads. Lump is made of slightly smaller white pieces and works well for pasta dishes, crab pies, and crab cakes. Special consists of the smaller pieces of white meat from the body of the crab. Perfect for crab cakes, salads, quesadillas, wraps, soups, and crab balls. Backfin is a mix of broken lumps and small pieces of meat from the crab's body. Use backfin crab in stuffings, dips, or soups. Claw Dark meat that come from the legs and claws, has a stronger flavor, and is ideal for sauces and dips.

Question 1

Can I purchase fresh snow crab legs?

admin · Accepted Answer

Once harvested, snow crabs are immediately processed and frozen to lock in their freshness. This is why our snow crab legs are sold pre-cooked and frozen.

Question 2

How do I shell crab legs?

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Start by cracking the joints of the lower legs downward with the white part of the leg facing up. This way, you stand a good chance of removing any meat that clings to the cartilage. Once the leg is segmented, recover the bits of meat that cling to the cartilage and then cut the end off of each segment that still contains meat.

Question 3

How do you cook snow crab legs?

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1. Boiling Method (Fast & Simple)

🔥 Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
🧂 Add a pinch of salt and seasoning (optional).
🦀 Drop the snow crab legs into the boiling water.
⏳ Cook for 4-6 minutes, then remove and drain.
🥢 Serve hot with melted butter and lemon wedges!

2. Steaming Method (Locks in More Flavor)

🍲 Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water.
♨️ Place a steamer basket over the boiling water.
🦀 Add the crab legs to the basket and cover.
⏳ Steam for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
🥢 Enjoy with garlic butter or your favorite dipping sauce!

3. Baking Method (Rich & Flavorful)

🔥 Preheat oven to 375°F.
🦀 Place the crab legs on a baking sheet.
🧈 Brush them with melted butter, garlic, and lemon juice.
⏳ Bake for 10-12 minutes until hot and fragrant.
🍽️ Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges!

Question 4

How many snow crab clusters do I need?

admin · Accepted Answer

Picky eaters may not need any more than a half pound of crab clusters, but avid seafood enthusiasts can usually eat up to two pounds per person. Snow crab clusters are sold with some meat of the body attached.

Question 5

What is the difference between the different types of crab meat?

admin · Accepted Answer

Jumbo Lump consists of whole lumps of white meat from the body of the crab with little shell or cartilage. It is the perfect size for chilled seafood cocktails and crab salads.

Lump is made of slightly smaller white pieces and works well for pasta dishes, crab pies, and crab cakes. Special consists of the smaller pieces of white meat from the body of the crab. Perfect for crab cakes, salads, quesadillas, wraps, soups, and crab balls.

Backfin is a mix of broken lumps and small pieces of meat from the crab’s body. Use backfin crab in stuffings, dips, or soups.

Claw Dark meat that come from the legs and claws, has a stronger flavor, and is ideal for sauces and dips.

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