Premium Snow Crab Clusters (Alaskan Bairdi)

Alaskan Bairdi comes from Alaska’s cold northern Pacific waters. The icy environment is what gives these clusters their larger size, firmer meat, and rich flavor. The fishery is tightly regulated, with set harvest seasons and quotas to keep populations healthy for the long term.

Most grocery stores stock Canadian Opilio because it is more widely available and generally cheaper. We carry Alaskan Bairdi because many seafood enthusiasts consider it the superior species. Our team looks for large, thick clusters, heavy meat fill, consistent sizing, good shell color, and proper freezing, and we reject poor meat fill, excessive breakage, freezer burn, heavy ice buildup, or inconsistent sizing.

The crab is wild-caught, fully cooked, and frozen, ready to reheat and serve. We weigh our snow crab during processing so you get the exact weight you order. Clusters are naturally fragile, so an occasional broken leg can happen in shipping; it is still perfectly fine to eat. Occasional shell discoloration or black spots are natural from the crab’s habitat and do not affect quality, safety, or flavor.

A lean, high-protein, zero-carb choice that is also naturally rich in selenium and a good source of zinc and B12, plus vitamin C (6% DV), calcium (6% DV), and iron (2% DV). The sodium comes from the saline brine used to preserve freshness, so rinsing the clusters after thawing cuts the saltiness.

Snow crab clusters arrive frozen and must be kept frozen at 0°F or below until you are ready to use them.

After thawing, refrigerate immediately and use within 2 to 3 days for the best quality. Do not repeatedly thaw and refreeze.

Tip: rinse the clusters after thawing to help reduce the saltiness from the brine.

The clusters are fully cooked, so you are simply reheating them. Steaming is the best method.

1. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Steam about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon.

Rinse after thawing to reduce saltiness. Do not overcook, boil for long periods, or microwave large quantities, since overheating dries the meat and reduces flavor.

For a full meal, plan on 1.5 to 2 lbs per person; as part of a larger feast, 0.75 to 1 lb per person. Pair with drawn or garlic butter, fresh lemon, roasted potatoes, grilled asparagus, corn on the cob, crusty bread, and a glass of white wine.