Calories in spider crab
A typical serving of spider crab provides about 135 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · Meat from 1/2 piece (150 g)
Calories
135kcal
Protein
27.3g
Carbs
0g
Fat
1.8g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 18.2 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 1.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Large crustacean with a spiny shell, highly prized in Northern Spain. The leg meat is fibrous and the body meat is very creamy.
Nutritional benefits
- High in zinc and iodine
- Very low in saturated fats
- Rich in B-group vitamins
How to prepare it
- 1.Boil in seawater or highly salted water
- 2.Make 'txangurro' (shredded meat baked in the shell)
- 3.Use in gourmet seafood salads
Lighter alternatives
Brown crab
Cheaper and meatier, though less delicate
King crab
Longer legs and easier to eat
Velvet crab
Similar flavor but in a small individual format
Healthy tip
It is a pure, lean protein if consumed without high-calorie sauces like mayonnaise.
Frequently asked questions
How to distinguish male from female?
The female has a wider and rounder abdominal flap.
Which part is the tastiest?
Many prefer the juiciness of the shell with its juices and corals.
Should it be bought alive?
That is ideal to guarantee maximum freshness and meat quality.