Wild-Caught Dungeness Crab Merus Meat – 5 lb
The merus is the upper leg section of the Dungeness crab — the largest, meatiest part of the leg, prized by chefs for its impressive size, firm texture, and naturally sweet, clean flavor. Unlike claw or body meat, merus sections arrive whole and intact, making them as stunning on the plate as they are on the palate.
Wild-caught from the cold Pacific waters of the Pacific Northwest, each batch is cooked and flash-frozen at peak freshness to lock in flavor and texture. No fillers, no additives — just pure, premium Dungeness crab.
Why Merus?
- Largest leg section – more meat per piece than claws or knuckles
- Firm, structured texture – holds up beautifully in hot preparations
- Naturally sweet – Dungeness is milder and sweeter than King or Snow crab
- Impressive presentation – whole sections make a statement on any plate
Serving Suggestions
- Steamed or Boiled – served with drawn butter and lemon
- Crab Louie Salad – classic West Coast preparation
- Pasta – tossed with linguine, garlic, white wine, and fresh herbs
- Crab Cakes – chunky, premium crab cakes with minimal filler
- Chilled on Ice – with mignonette or aioli for a raw bar centerpiece
Thawing Instructions
- Refrigerator (recommended): Place in the fridge overnight — 8 to 12 hours
- Cold water: Submerge sealed bag in cold water for 30–45 minutes
- Do not thaw at room temperature or in warm water
- Once thawed, consume within 2 days — do not refreeze
Shipping
Ships frozen overnight in insulated packaging with dry ice or gel packs. Arrives ready to thaw and serve. Satisfaction guaranteed — contact us within 24 hours of delivery with any concerns.