Description:
1. Product Overview
- Species: Vietnamese Mud Crab (Also known as Scylla serrata, renowned for its rich flavor and tender meat)
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Key Characteristics:
- Live & Fresh – Sourced from sustainable, clean waters, ensuring top-quality crabs
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, briny, and slightly earthy with a distinct oceanic flavor
- Texture: Tender and succulent, with a satisfying balance of firm crab meat and soft, juicy clusters
- Ideal for Diverse Dishes – Great for steaming, boiling, stir-frying, and crab cakes
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Suitable For:
- Steaming: Steam with a dash of salt, ginger, and garlic to preserve its sweetness
- Boiling: Perfect for boiling in a crab broth with herbs, spices, and a splash of white wine
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry with garlic, onion, and chili for an aromatic and savory dish
- Crab Cakes: Shred and mix with breadcrumbs and seasoning to create delicious crab cakes
- Crab Soup: Perfect for making a flavorful crab soup or chowder
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Not Suitable For:
- Raw consumption, as it’s best enjoyed cooked
- Overcooking, which can make the delicate meat tough and rubbery
2. Why Choose Live Vietnamese Mud Crab?
✔ Sweet, Briny Flavor – Rich, sweet flavor that pairs well with a variety of seasonings and dishes.
✔ Tender and Succulent Meat – Offers a delightful texture, perfect for crab cakes or crab dishes.
✔ Fresh & Sustainable – Sourced from clean waters, ensuring high-quality crabs.
3. Handling & Preparation Tips
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Storage & Cleaning:
- Keep live crabs in a cool, moist environment until ready to cook.
- Refrigerate at 0–4°C if not used immediately.
- Clean the crabs carefully before cooking, and remove the gills and claws as needed.
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Cooking Methods:
- Steaming: Steam with garlic, ginger, and salt for about 10–12 minutes to retain sweetness.
- Boiling: Add crabs to boiling water with herbs and spices, cook for 8–10 minutes until bright orange.
- Stir-Frying: Stir-fry in a hot wok with garlic, chili, and soy sauce for a deliciously spicy dish.
- Crab Cakes: Shred cooked crab meat, combine with breadcrumbs and seasoning, and fry until golden.
- Crab Soup: Boil with broth and vegetables for about 15–20 minutes for a flavorful soup.
🚫 Avoid:
- Raw consumption, as crab should always be cooked for safety and best flavor.
- Overcooking, which can cause the delicate meat to become tough and rubbery.
✅ Key Takeaways:
- Sweet and tender crab – perfect for steaming, boiling, stir-frying, and more.
- Sustainably sourced, ensuring fresh and premium quality crabs.
- Not suitable for raw consumption, must be cooked for optimal flavor and safety.
