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Dungeness crab
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 86 kcal —
- Protein 17 g 35%
- Carbohydrate 0.7 g 0%
- Fat 1 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 1%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 295 mg 13%
- Cholesterol 59 mg 20%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 27 µg 3%
- Vitamin C 3.5 mg 4%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.17 mg 13%
- Niacin (B3) 3.1 mg 20%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.35 mg 7%
- Vitamin B6 0.15 mg 9%
- Folate (B9) 44 µg 11%
- Vitamin B12 9 µg 375%
Minerals
- Calcium 46 mg 4%
- Iron 0.37 mg 2%
- Magnesium 45 mg 11%
- Phosphorus 182 mg 15%
- Potassium 354 mg 8%
- Zinc 4.3 mg 39%
- Copper 0.67 mg 75%
- Manganese 0.08 mg 3%
- Selenium 37.1 µg 67%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 86 | 17 g | 0.7 g | 1 g |
| 1 × oz | 85 g | 73 | 15 g | 0.6 g | 0.8 g |
| 1 × crab | 163 g | 140 | 28 g | 1.2 g | 1.6 g |
| 2 × oz | 170 g | 146 | 30 g | 1.3 g | 1.6 g |
| ½ × oz | 42.5 g | 37 | 7.4 g | 0.3 g | 0.4 g |
| 3 × oz | 255 g | 219 | 44 g | 1.9 g | 2.5 g |
| 4 × oz | 340 g | 292 | 59 g | 2.5 g | 3.3 g |
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Questions about Dungeness crab
How do you cook a whole Dungeness crab?
For a live crab, lower it into a large pot of well-salted boiling water, cover and simmer for about 15–20 minutes, depending on its size. Cool it promptly, then remove the apron and gills before picking the meat.
How do you reheat cooked Dungeness crab without drying it out?
Steam it gently for about 5–8 minutes, just until hot, rather than boiling it again. If you have picked meat, warm it briefly in a covered pan with a splash of water or stock.
How should you store Dungeness crab?
Refrigerate cooked crab promptly in a covered container and use it within 2 days. Picked meat freezes well; seal it tightly and thaw it overnight in the fridge.
What dishes can you make with Dungeness crab?
Its sweet, delicate meat works well in crab cakes, crab Louie salad and cioppino. Fold picked meat into the dish near the end so it warms without breaking up.
How do you get the meat out of a Dungeness crab?
Twist off the legs and claws, crack their shells with a crab cracker or the back of a heavy knife, and pull out the meat. Lift off the top shell, discard the feathery gills and sac, then halve the body and pick the meat from its small chambers.
How much Dungeness crab is a typical serving?
About 85 g of picked meat is a typical portion and provides 15 g of protein. It is also high in zinc and selenium: 100 g provides 4.3 mg and 37.1 µg, respectively.
How can you tell if a Dungeness crab is fresh when buying it?
Choose a live crab that moves its legs and claws and has no strong, unpleasant smell. If buying it cooked, look for moist meat and a clean, briny smell rather than dried-out flesh.
Can you eat Dungeness crab cold?
Yes. Cooked, chilled meat is ready to eat in salads, sandwiches or crab Louie; keep it refrigerated until serving and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171968 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
