Name:

Scarlet King Crab

Lithodes couesi

Seasonal Availability:

Year-round

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Commercial Length or Size Requirements:

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Flavor Profile

Scarlet King Crab is renowned for its rich, buttery flavor and succulent texture. Its meat is sweet and indulgent, with hints of oceanic brininess that add a delightful depth. The crab's distinctively firm and flaky flesh provides a satisfying bite.

Our favorite ways to cook

Prepare a fragrant bath of herbs and spices within a pot of boiling water. Nestle the meticulously cleaned crab legs into a steaming vessel, allowing them to dance in the aromatic steam for approximately 10-12 minutes. Revel in the moment of cracking the shells to reveal the sweet treasures inside. Enhance the experience with melted butter or a tangy dipping sauce.

Things you probably didn't know about Scarlet King Crab

These magnificent creatures are not true crabs but belong to the family Lithodidae, commonly referred to as "king crabs." Furthermore, Scarlet King Crabs have a remarkable ability to regenerate lost limbs, allowing them to recover and continue thriving in their marine habitat.