A large, heavy estuarine crab (Scylla) with a smooth greenish shell and powerful claws. Its white flesh is sweet and firm, and the meat-packed body and roe are richly flavored.
Where it comes from
Found in estuaries and mangrove coasts across South and Southeast China and the wider Indo-Pacific.
In the kitchen
The crab of choice for Typhoon Shelter crab, stir-fried with garlic, chili, and fried garlic crumbs.
Nutrition (per 100g)
~87kcalCal
~18.0gProtein
~1.0gFat
~0.5gCarbs
~0.0gFiber
AI-estimated; model and run unavailable.
