{"product_id":"webstaurant-872ccc040-19082026","title":"Chesapeake Crab Connection Large to Extra Large 6-7 Inch Lightly Seasoned Steamed Female Blue Crabs - 12 Per Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Chesapeake Crab Connection female blue crabs, known as Sooks, range from large to extra large sizes between 6 and 7 inches. They are lightly seasoned and steamed whole in their shells, providing a fresh seafood option with a delicately spiced flavor. Each case contains 12 crabs, which is an ideal quantity to serve one to two people. The crabs are wild-caught and partially cooked, featuring dense, sweet meat that is tender and melts in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreparation involves steaming the crabs for 6 to 8 minutes over a mixture of water, vinegar, and optional beer, ensuring the meat remains moist and succulent. These crabs can be served as a traditional crack-and-eat dish or processed into specialty items like Maryland crab cakes or cheesy crab dip. The natural buildup of fat, called \"mustard,\" gives the crabs a sweet, buttery taste and heartier texture due to their adaptation to four distinct seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe product ships refrigerated and is made in America with a pre-seasoned style, classified as hard shell blue crab. The shipping weight for the case is 19 pounds. Serving guidelines recommend 8 to 12 crabs per person if served alone, or 6 crabs per person when accompanied by other foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuantity: 12\/Case\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping Weight: 19 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCooked Style: Partially Cooked\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrab Quantity: 1 Dozen Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures: Made in America Pre-Seasoned\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGender: Female\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrade: Steamed Crabs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeat Variety: Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerishable Type: Refrigerated Foods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize: L XL\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSource: Wild-Caught\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle: Blue Crab\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eType: Hard Shell\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpertly steamed blue crabs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFemale Sooks with dense, sweet meat\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge to extra large, lightly seasoned crabs between 6\" and 7\" have a delicately spiced flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase of one dozen crabs is perfect for one to two people\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips refrigerated\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RADYAN","offers":[{"title":"Large \/ XL \/ Lightly Seasoned","offer_id":48270737244212,"sku":"webstaurant-872ccc040-19082026-vsku","price":133.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/2533\/2532\/files\/2262781.jpg?v=1788301227","url":"https:\/\/radyanmarketplace.com\/products\/webstaurant-872ccc040-19082026","provider":"Radyan Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}