SPLIT Alaska Red King Crab Legs & Claws

Packaging:

Our split red king crab legs are pre-cooked & flash-frozen. They are then glazed and packaged in clear plastic bags for easy freezer storage.

Storing & Thawing:

Our frozen, split king crab legs can be stored in your freezer for several months. To thaw king crab legs & claws, place them in the refrigerator a day prior to cooking. Rinse quickly in a colander, under cold running water, to remove any lingering freezing brine. Left-over king crab should be kept under refrigeration and consumed within a couple of days.

Serving Sizes:

2 pounds of king crab will serve 2 to 3 people easily when you're serving with additional entrees. If you're having a crab feast or are serving a group of crab lovers, 5 pounds would be good for 3 people. Usually around 1 1/2 per person is a good starting point.

Health Benefits:

King Crab is low in fat and calories, and is an excellent source of protein being much leaner than the same amount of beef. Additionally, King crab is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and contains no carbohydrates, saturated fats or trans fats. King crab legs are also nutrient-dense, making them a good source of vitamin C, folate, vitamin B12, as well as magnesium, phosphorus, selenium, zinc and copper.

Nutritional Info:

• Calories: 100
• Protein: 19 g
• Fat: 1.5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Sodium: 1100 mg
• Cholesterol: 55 mg
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: 400 mg

Fishery Info:

When king crab is caught it is cooked and blast frozen to capture its quality. This commercial level of processing allows king crab to be kept frozen for long periods of time.

Helpful Links:

• Buying, Cooking, & Serving King Crab
• King Crab 101 - Alaska King Crab Facts

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