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Crab

Brachyura

Crab is a crustaceans shellfish, known for its mild flavor profile, and rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin B12, Riboflavin, Niacin.

Regional names

Crab

Origin

Crab is cataloged inside the crustaceans lane of seafood — shellfish & crustaceans.

Native region

Global temperate and subtropical zones

Season

Available year-round depending on form, preservation, or sourcing

Food Combinations & Timing

✅

Safe Combination Profile

It is safe to eat this food item with other food items.

Nutritional profile

Calories

81 kcal / 100 g

Protein

17.1 g

Carbs

0.5 g

Fat

0.9 g

Fiber

0 g

Water content

High (75% to 80%)

Glycemic index

0

Vitamins

  • Vitamin B12
  • Riboflavin
  • Niacin

Minerals

  • Zinc
  • Copper
  • Selenium
  • Iron
  • Sodium

Health benefits

Evidence-aligned highlights

  • Provides key macronutrients and micronutrients that support metabolic vitality.
  • Contributes essential dietary compounds that support tissue structure and recovery.
  • Ready for future custom nutritional mapping.

Flavor notes

Mild

Texture

Crisp

Aroma

Fresh

Pairings

Various flavor pairings

Safety & toxicity

Edible parts

Standard edible portions

Toxic or risky parts

Discard non-food-grade or spoiled forms

Raw vs cooked

Safe to consume according to culinary standards.

Allergies & intolerances

No common allergy warning.

Drug interactions

No major interactions for normal food amounts.

Safe daily limit

Enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

⚠️ Notice: This safety profile is a general guideline. Dietary tolerances differ; consult a healthcare professional for allergies or drug interactions. See our full disclaimer.

Who should avoid & how to handle it

Who should avoid or moderate

  • General population safe.

Preparation & storage

  • Clean: Wash or wipe clean according to the usual market form.
  • Cut: Slice, chop, or portion as needed for your recipe.
  • Cook: Prepared raw or cooked according to recipe preference.
  • Store: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate.
  • Preserve: Freeze or dry for longer storage.

Cuisine & cultural use

Common cuisines

  • Global culinary use

Crab appears in Global culinary use, often because its flavor structure and prep speed fit both everyday cooking and ceremonial dishes.

Dynamic Substitutions

No alternatives recorded for this specific item. It is chemically or botanically unique in the database.

🌱 Cultivation & Production

Crab Production Profile

Discover how crab is obtained, produced, and how you can craft or prepare it in your own kitchen.

Apartment Friendly

✗ Not Ideal for Apartments

No

Urban Space Advice

Cannot be grown or raised in a standard residential apartment. Requires livestock farming or professional marine harvesting.

Source Material

Wild marine capture or aquaculture farming

Primary Method

Sustainable fishing and aquaculture

Homemade Production Method

  1. 1

    Choose high-quality fish from a sustainable, trusted source.

  2. 2

    Store fresh fish wrapped tightly in the coldest part of the refrigerator, on a bed of ice, for up to 2 days.

  3. 3

    Prepare safely by baking, grilling, or steaming to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Quick recipes

Fast recipes using Crab

Dinner

Spicy Crab Masala Stovetop

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Crab sections simmered in a spicy, aromatic onion and tomato gravy base.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 400g crab sections, clean and cracked
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and fresh coriander to taste

Nutrition

  • 260 kcal
  • 22 g protein
  • 8 g carbs
  • 15 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Heat oil in a large deep pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic for 5 minutes until soft.
  2. 2Add chopped tomatoes, chili powder, turmeric, and salt. Cook for 5-6 minutes until tomatoes mash into a paste.
  3. 3Add the crab sections and toss to coat with the masala paste. Pour in 1/2 cup water.
  4. 4Cover and cook on medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the crab is cooked. Garnish with coriander.

Dinner

Slow Simmered Crab Masala

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Fresh whole crabs simmered in a dense, spicy tomato gravy flavored with cloves.

Ingredients

Servings:2
  • 4 whole crabs, cleaned
  • 4 cloves
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 1 cup tomato puree
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp oil

Nutrition

  • 280 kcal
  • 22 g protein
  • 14 g carbs
  • 12 g fat

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Sauté cloves and onions in oil until caramelized.
  2. 2Add tomato puree, chili powder, and salt; cook until oil separates.
  3. 3Tuck in crabs, cover pot, and slow-cook on low heat for 45 minutes.