Fresh Picked Louisiana Crab Meat (1lb) - Premium Gulf Coast Quality
Indulge in premium Louisiana crab meat, hand-picked fresh from Gulf Coast waters. This sweet, delicate crab meat is carefully selected for quality and immediately frozen to preserve peak freshness. Perfect for crab cakes, gumbo, étouffée, dips, stuffed dishes, and pasta - each 1 lb package delivers authentic Gulf Coast flavor to your kitchen.
Product Details:
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Weight: 1 lb package of premium crab meat
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Source: Louisiana Gulf Coast waters
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Quality: Hand-picked for premium quality and freshness
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Flavor: Sweet, delicate crab meat with Gulf Coast character
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Preparation: Ready to use - hand-picked with shells removed
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Ships: Frozen for maximum freshness
What Makes Louisiana Crab Meat Special:
- Gulf Coast blue crabs are prized for sweet, delicate flavor
- Hand-picked to remove all shells and cartilage
- Fresh picked and immediately frozen for quality
- Ready to use - no picking or cleaning needed
- Premium lump and claw meat combination
- Essential ingredient in Louisiana cuisine
Versatile Recipe Ideas:
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Crab Cakes: Classic Louisiana crab cakes with minimal filler to showcase the crab
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Seafood Gumbo: Add to gumbo for authentic Gulf Coast flavor
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Crab Étouffée: Smothered in rich, spicy roux-based sauce over rice
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Crab Dip: Hot crab and artichoke dip or cold crab dip
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Stuffed Mushrooms: Fill mushroom caps with seasoned crab meat
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Crab Pasta: Toss with pasta, garlic, and white wine sauce
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Crab Bisque: Creamy, elegant crab soup
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Stuffed Shrimp: Stuff jumbo shrimp with crab meat dressing
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Crab Au Gratin: Baked with cheese and breadcrumbs
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Crab Salad: Mix with mayo and seasonings for sandwiches
Classic Louisiana Crab Cakes:
- Mix crab meat gently with minimal binder (egg, mayo, breadcrumbs)
- Season with Cajun spices, green onions, and bell peppers
- Form into patties and chill
- Pan-fry in butter until golden brown on both sides
- Serve with remoulade or tartar sauce
Cooking Tips:
- Handle gently to preserve lump meat texture
- Use minimal binders in crab cakes to showcase the crab
- Don't overcook - crab meat is already cooked, just needs heating
- Season lightly - let the sweet crab flavor shine
- Check for any remaining shell pieces before using
- Works beautifully in both hot and cold preparations
Why Choose Our Crab Meat:
- Hand-picked from Louisiana Gulf Coast blue crabs
- Premium quality with sweet, delicate flavor
- Ready to use - shells and cartilage removed
- Fresh picked and frozen at peak quality
- 1 lb of pure crab meat - no waste
- Versatile for countless recipes
- Essential for authentic Louisiana cooking
- Restaurant-quality crab meat at home
Perfect For:
- Making classic Louisiana crab cakes
- Seafood gumbo and étouffée
- Elegant appetizers and dips
- Stuffed seafood dishes
- Special occasions and celebrations
- Louisiana food lovers and Gulf Coast cuisine enthusiasts
- Anyone who loves crab but doesn't want to pick it
- Entertaining and impressive dinners
Serving Suggestions:
- Make crab cakes and serve with remoulade sauce
- Add to seafood gumbo with shrimp and oysters
- Prepare hot crab dip for parties and gatherings
- Stuff mushrooms or jalapeños for appetizers
- Toss with pasta in garlic butter sauce
- Make crab salad for sandwiches or lettuce wraps
Pairs Well With:
- Remoulade, tartar sauce, or cocktail sauce
- Lemon wedges and hot sauce
- Garlic butter and white wine
- Cajun seasonings and Old Bay
- Pasta, rice, or crusty bread
- Fresh herbs like parsley and green onions
Storage & Preparation:
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Ships: Frozen with ice packs
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Storage: Keep frozen until ready to use
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Thawing: Thaw in refrigerator overnight
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Handling: Handle gently to preserve lump meat
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Yield: 1 lb makes approximately 8-10 crab cakes or serves 4-6 in other dishes
Shipping: Ships frozen with ice packs. Includes cooking tips and recipe suggestions.
Premium Louisiana crab meat - sweet, delicate Gulf Coast flavor in every bite!
