Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: Stone crab claws are one of the priciest seafoods you can buy. And depending on their size, a pound of claws at a restaurant can cost as much as $70.
CAUTION: Hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended. Crack the crab claws to expose most of the flesh and remove the shell. Mix the finely chopped prawns, ginger, garlic, soy sauce ...
but what many might not know is the bulk of their fresh stone crab claws come from across the state. Crabbers on the Gulf Coast harvest more than 300,000 pounds of the sweet crustacean annually.
Add the cooked crab claws and spring onions. Warm everything through the butter and season. Scatter the pomegranate seeds on top and drizzle over a little juice. Serve with crusty bread.
this crab is available all year round. It reaches 20-25cm/8-10in across and has heavy front claws with almost-black pincers, a rusty-red or brown shell, and red hairy legs mottled with white.
The most classic sauce is a mustard variation that’s creamy and tangy and truly complements the meatiness of the crab. If you’re ready to bib up and get to cracking, the claws are waiting for you.