Dungeness Crab Whole
Cancer magister
Characteristics
- Live, males only, fished coast wide
- All are under 2 lbs, most average about 1.5 lb each
- For larger over 2 lb crabs, use item #
1023917
Handling & Storage
- Live product
- Must be inspected and received upon arrival, otherwise no mortality
claims will be considered
- Keep in live tank if possible, otherwise keep live in cooler (at your risk!)
in original container
- Crab can be cooked and chilled, if it is to be consumed within 3 days
after cooking
Seasonal Availability
Late June/early July offers best prices and availability
Flavour/Texture Profile
Cooking Tips
- For crabs up to 2.5 lbs plunge crab into
boiling water for 18-22 minutes, then
chill rapidly or serve hot
- When storing whole cooked crabs,
place on back to retain juices
- Longer shelf life is achieved if cooked
crabs are eviscerated before
refrigerating
Recipe Oven-roasted dungeness crab
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