Few can resist the delicious flavor of fresh gulf blue crab claws. The meat inside these claws is not only sweet and tender but also offers saltiness and a hint of nuttiness as well. Eating our fresh-caught crab claws also offers your health benefits in the form of omega-3 fatty acids and a host of other vital micronutrients.
Boiling: Fill a medium pot with water and a tablespoon of salt and bring the water to a boil. After the water comes to a boil, place the crab claws in the water and boil for 8 to 10 minutes. Drawing in a colander and serve.
Steaming: Fill a pot with about an inch of water and rest a colander or steamer basket on top. Bring the water to a boil and place the crab claws in the basket. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes or until the crab claws turn red. Serve with melted butter for dipping.
Fresh gulf blue crab claws are a favorite among seafood lovers, and it's not hard to see why. The meat in each claw is sweet, briny, and slightly nutty, which makes for one of the best-tasting seafood options around. Along with great flavor, blue crab claws also have a tender texture that makes them a joy to eat.
Fortunately, blue crab claws are not only delicious but also quite healthy as well. For example, a 13-ounce serving contains only 87 calories and just over one gram of fat. Fresh gulf blue crab claws also have protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for brain and heart health. You can also find plenty of other nutrients in blue crab claws, including iron, calcium, copper, zinc, and phosphorus.
About Skipper's Fresh Seafood
At Skipper's Seafood, we dedicate ourselves to providing the highest-quality seafood from hook to table across the country. We're proud to say that our products are sustainably caught and fresher than anything you can find at your local grocery store.