king crabs?

Answer 1

Alaska King Crab Recipes

Alaska King crab, genus Paralithodes, is one of the largest members of the entire crab family, which includes over a thousand species. Indeed, the record king crab weighed nearly 25 pounds and measured six feet from claw to claw. The formidable king is harvested from the icy Alaskan waters of the North Pacific, where it is processed and immediately frozen under stringent quality controls to preserve its natural, rich flavor and ensure freshness.

Easily recognized by its large pieces of white meat, brilliantly edged in red, elegant Alaska king crab is prized for its delicate flavor, tender texture and convenience. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein, while low in fat and calories.

This premium-quality seafood is marketed year-round as whole or split legs and claws, as well as in specialty stores.

In addition to its ready convenience, Alaska king crab is a most versatile seafood. The succulent flavor of this delicious crab takes well to a variety of seasonings and other ingredients. Exquisite eaten alone or served with a light dip, it is also the inspiration for a number of stunning appetizers, salads, soups, sautes, quick microwave dishes and other entrees. The recipes included here are just an introduction to the many possibilities for good eating with Alaska king crab.

ALASKA KING CRAB ROYALE

ALASKA KING CRAB WITH MUSHROOMS

ALASKA KING CRAB FETTUCCINE

ALASKA KING CRAB STIR-FRY

CREAMED ALASKA KING CRAB AND SPINACH SOUP

HARLEQUIN ALASKA KING CRAB RICE

STEAMED ALASKA KING CRAB WITH CHOICE OF SAUCES

DR. JOHN'S "ALMOST CAJUN" ALASKA KING CRAB

ALASKA KING CRAB LOUIS SALAD




And could I have a Large cut of Prime Rib to go with that? Medium rare please with baked potato and sour cream.

Answer 2

The red king crab, Paralithodes camtschaticus, is the most coveted commercially sold king crab and is the most expensive per unit weight. It is most commonly caught in Bristol Bay and Norton Sound, Alaska, and is particularly difficult to catch, but is nonetheless the most preferred crab for consumption and has been said to be tastier than lobster [2]. Red king crab gets its name from the colour it turns when it is cooked rather than that of its actual colour while still alive, which tends to be more burgundy.

Recently, an overpopulation of red king crabs in the Barents Sea is causing concern about the local biosystems. It was introduced artificially in the Murmansk Fjord in Russia during the 1960s to provide new catch for the Soviet fishermen. Since its introduction it has spread west along the Norwegian coast and also towards the island group of Svalbard [3][4]. Environmentalists and some local fishermen fear the crab because it eats everything it comes across and is spreading very rapidly (despite this threat, some fishing quotas on the crab are still in place). Other fishermen see the king crab as a blessing, as it is a high priced delicacy in some countries

The blue king crab, Paralithodes platypus, is caught off St. Matthew Island and the Pribilof Islands, Alaska, and is the largest of all the king crabs. The blue king crab is often sold as the coveted red king crab because when it is cooked it resembles and tastes similar to red king crab.

The golden king crab, Lithodes aequispinus, is caught in the Aleutian Chain off the coast of Alaska. The golden king crab is significantly smaller than the red and blue crab types, but tastes similar to the red and blue king crabs although actually sweeter. They are, however, considerably cheaper due to their appearance and size. Significant populations occur in pockets in the waters off the Pribilof and Shumagin Islands,Shelikof Strait,Prince William Sound and at least as far south as lower Chatham Strait in Southeast where a regular commercial fishery occurs annually.It should be noted they occur in deeper water than the red king crab,often in depths exceeding 300 fathoms.

The scarlet king crab, Lithodes couesi, is not often fished for since it is not sold commercially. This is due to the small size and lack of population to allow a commercial harvest.

Answer 3

Watch Deadliest Catch on the Discovery Channel. Its all about crabbing, whether it is for Ophelia or King crabs, in the Bearing Sea.

Answer 4

They are in the North, in cold waters.