{"product_id":"webstaurant-872ccc014-19082026","title":"Chesapeake Crab Connection Live Female Blue Crabs 5\" to 7\" Small to Extra Large - 1 Bushel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Chesapeake Crab Connection live female blue crabs range from small to extra large, measuring between 5 and 7 inches. Delivered in a 1 bushel quantity, each case contains 5 to 7 dozen crabs, making it suitable for feeding a large group. These wild-caught crabs are whole and uncooked, shipped refrigerated to preserve freshness. Known as female Sooks, they feature dense, sweet meat with a tender texture that melts in your mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo prepare, steam the live crabs in their shells using a pot filled with equal parts water, vinegar, and optionally beer. Place a rack above the liquid and layer the crabs, seasoning with salt and your signature spices. Steam for 25 to 30 minutes to achieve optimal texture. These crabs develop fat stores called \"mustard\" due to their adaptation to four distinct seasons, resulting in a heartier texture and a sweet, buttery flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is made in America and is ideal for traditional crack-and-eat presentations or for processing into specialty dishes like Maryland crab cakes or cheesy crab dip. Due to the nature of live shipping, the crabs may not all arrive alive, but precautions are taken to ensure their condition during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuantity: 1\/Case\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping Weight: 45 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCooked Style: Uncooked\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrab Quantity: 5 - 7 Dozen Crabs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures: Made in America\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGender: Female\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrade: Live Crabs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeat Variety: Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerishable Type: Refrigerated Foods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: L M S XL\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Wild-Caught\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Blue Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eType: Live\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFresh, live blue crabs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFemale Sooks with dense, sweet meat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMix of small to extra large crabs between 5\" and 7\" are perfect for steaming with signature spices\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 bushel includes 5 to 7 dozen crabs, perfect for a large group\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips refrigerated\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RADYAN","offers":[{"title":"1 Bushel \/ Live Crab","offer_id":48270736130100,"sku":"webstaurant-872ccc014-19082026-vsku","price":718.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/2533\/2532\/files\/2343650.jpg?v=1788301204","url":"https:\/\/radyanmarketplace.com\/products\/webstaurant-872ccc014-19082026","provider":"Radyan Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}