Kroger · 55 g
Kroger Lump Crab Meat
What it is
This is a can of cooked and flaked crab meat. It is made from the body meat of crabs. The meat is typically packed in a brine or water to preserve its freshness. It is a convenient way to add the flavor of crab to various dishes without the effort of cracking shells. The lump designation suggests that the pieces are larger than claw meat but not as large as jumbo lump.
How people cook with it
Crab meat is a versatile ingredient that can elevate many seafood dishes.
- Crab cakes
- Seafood pasta
- Crab dips
- Salads
Before using, it is important to drain the crab meat thoroughly to remove excess liquid. This helps prevent dishes from becoming watery. Gently flake the crab meat with a fork, being careful to remove any stray shell fragments. It can be folded into batters for crab cakes, stirred into creamy sauces for pasta, or mixed with cream cheese and seasonings for a warm dip. It is also excellent added to cold seafood salads.
How it differs from similar foods
Lump crab meat differs from jumbo lump crab meat in the size of the pieces. Jumbo lump consists of larger, whole pieces, while lump meat has smaller, broken pieces. Claw meat is even more finely flaked and has a stronger flavor.
Who it is for
Home cooks looking for a quick and easy way to incorporate the taste of crab into their meals will find this product useful.
How to keep the rest
Once opened, transfer any unused crab meat to an airtight container and refrigerate. It should be consumed within two to three days for optimal freshness. Do not freeze crab meat after it has been canned and opened.