
Paralithodes camtschaticus
Also Known As
Alaska king crab, King crab
U.S. wild-caught red king crab is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round, but generally harvested from October to January. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught in Alaska. |
Taste |
Red king crab meat has a distinctive rich, sweet flavor and delicate texture. |
Texture |
Tender. |
Color |
White meat with pink accents. |
Health Benefits |
King crab is low in saturated fat and is a great source of protein, vitamin B12, phosphorus, zinc, copper, and selenium. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
|
Serving weight | 100 g (raw) |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 84 |
Protein | 18.29 g |
Fat, total | 0.6 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.090 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 42 mg |
Selenium | 36.4 mcg |
Sodium | 836 mg |