Handy 5 1/4" Jumbo Tempura Breaded Soft Shell Crabs - 36/Case

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Bring the bounty of the sea to your tables with these Handy 5 1/4" jumbo tempura breaded soft shell crabs! In the crystal-clear waters of South East Asia, Mangrove crabs (Scylla Serrata) are expertly raised with size and sustainability in mind. These fat crabs live in floating boxes to avoid contact with the bottom and are fed until it's time for them to naturally molt. Once they shed their hard outer shells, these soft shell crabs are harvested, fully cleaned, individually weighed, lightly coated with crispy tempura batter, and finally flash frozen for freshness. The result is plump crabs with more white meat, large, meaty claw, and an exquisitely crunchy exterior - a gourmet addition to your seafood menu! These soft shell crabs are renowned for their sweet, rich flavor, and tender texture. Because they're meticulously weighed, you can count on consistent sizing from Handy's soft shell crabs for dependable portioning and predictable plate coverage.

Soft shell crabs are an essential item on your seafood menu. Thanks to their soft shells, every part of the crabs' bodies is edible, so there's no picking required. These popular shellfish are typically a seasonal delicacy, but Handy's Mangrove crabs are available year-round, allowing you to offer this profitable delicacy all the time! These frozen crabs arrive at your door perfectly coated with golden-brown tempura batter. All that's left for you to do is fry and serve! Heat the oil in your deep fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook the crabs belly-side down for 3-4 minutes from thawed or 7-8 minutes from frozen, or until the crabs reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit and have a beautiful, golden-brown appearance! Turn the crabs over once during cooking. You can also bake the crabs in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 14-15 minutes from frozen, turning once during cooking (this method is not recommended for thawed crabs). These crispy tempura-coated crabs are a versatile addition to your menu! Serve them on their own for a satisfying seafood entree, or pair them with a perfectly-seasoned steak to create a delicious surf and turf dinner. You can even use these crabs to create irresistibly crispy soft shell crab sandwiches, or serve them alongside a refreshing vegetable stir fry to add volume and value to your dish! No matter how you choose to serve them, these jumbo tempura breaded soft shell crabs are sure to be a hit on your menu.

With a rich company history dating back to 1894, Handy prides itself on being America's oldest seafood processor. A dedication to fresh, authentic ingredients and innovation has allowed the company to continue to grow generation after generation. Leading the way in seafood processing and distribution, Handy is well known for their soft shell crabs, crab meat, and crab cakes. Using technology to their advantage, Handy is the first processor to flash freeze soft shell crabs to provide customers with exceptional quality and freshness. For the best in quality control, the company also uses a black light to remove shells from crab meat while maintaining the product's integrity. Over the years, Handy has expanded their product offering, researched ways to promote sustainability, and celebrated their accomplishments so far while creating a platform for further growth and success. For the best in crab processing, choose Handy!

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