Crab Claws vs. Lobster Claws: Snow, Jonah & Lobster
Crab Claws vs. Lobster Claws
This comparison uses the crab-claw products Global Seafoods currently sells: Snow Crab Cocktail Claws and Jonah Crab Cocktail Claws. Lobster claws are a different product with a different texture and serving style.
Snow Crab Cocktail Claws
Snow Crab Cocktail Claws are cooked and frozen in a 5 lb package. They are especially convenient for chilled platters, appetizers, and dipping sauces.
Jonah Crab Cocktail Claws
Jonah Crab Cocktail Claws are cooked and frozen in a 10 lb package. They work for cocktail service and for recipes where the cooked meat is picked from the shell.
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Lobster Claws
Lobster claw meat is denser and is commonly used in lobster rolls, bisque, pasta, or served with butter. Availability and product format can differ from crab claws, so choose based on the dish rather than treating the products as interchangeable.
Which Works Best?
| Use | Suggested format |
|---|---|
| Chilled cocktail platter | Snow Crab Cocktail Claws |
| Crab cakes, chowder, tacos, pasta | Jonah Crab Cocktail Claws |
| Lobster roll or lobster-specific recipe | Lobster claws |
Preparation
Our Snow and Jonah crab claws are already cooked. Thaw under refrigeration and serve chilled or reheat gently. Follow the handling instructions for the specific lobster product when preparing lobster claws.
For the two crab products, see Crab Claws 101.
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