Matlaw's · 85 g
Matlaw's Crab Tasties
What it is
Matlaw's Crab Tasties are a seafood product designed to offer the flavor of crab in a convenient form. They are typically made from a combination of crab meat, or imitation crab, along with binders and seasonings. These are often shaped into bite-sized pieces, making them easy to prepare and serve as an appetizer or snack. The texture is usually soft and slightly flaky, mimicking cooked crab meat.
How people cook with it
These crab-flavored pieces are versatile for quick meals and appetizers.
- Fried as a snack
- Added to salads
- Served with dipping sauce
- Used in seafood dishes
To prepare Matlaw's Crab Tasties, you can often cook them from a frozen state. Common methods include pan-frying in a bit of oil until golden brown and heated through, or baking in an oven until they are crisp on the outside and warm on the inside. They can also be deep-fried for a crispier texture. Ensure they are cooked thoroughly before serving. They are excellent served hot with your favorite seafood sauce or a squeeze of lemon.
How it differs from similar foods
Unlike fresh crab meat, these Tasties are processed and pre-portioned, offering a consistent flavor and texture. They are also often more economical and require less preparation time than working with whole crabs or crab legs. The binding agents give them a firmer structure than flaked crab meat.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a simple way to enjoy crab flavor without the fuss of preparing fresh crab will find these useful.
How to keep the rest
After opening the package, store any unused Crab Tasties in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best to consume them within a few days to maintain their quality and freshness. For longer storage, they can be refrozen if they have not been previously thawed.