Wild-caught Deep Sea Red Crab
Chaceon notialis
Wild-caught and frozen at sea to ensure maximum freshness and quality.
The shell of a Red Crab cluster hides sweet, delicate and delicious crab meat waiting to be devoured!
Ready to eat
Red crab meat, ranges from white to ivory in color, and offers a firm texture with a naturally sweet taste. Our crab is free from additives and preservatives, ensuring quality and freshness.
Versatile Formats
Our wild-caught Red Crab is available in many formats, including clusters (M – L), cocktail claws, combo meat, and hand-picked salad meat (leg meat).
Freshness Guarantee
Available year-round, our deep-sea red crab is sure to impress. Our Wild-caught Red Crab is frozen at sea to preserve exceptional freshness and flavor.
Sustainability
Cooke Uruguay holds the only two crab fishing licenses in Uruguayan waters. We work closely with Government inspectors, who accompany each trip to ensure all regulations are followed.
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Responsibly sourced
Our wild-caught Red Crab is harvested from the cool,
clean waters of Uruguay, in the Southwest Atlantic Ocean.
The clear, deep water makes this one of the most important harvesting grounds for Red
Crab.
The impressively high yield of meat per shell and beautiful, bright white meat produces a premium product with exceptional value.
Available in the following formats and sizes:
Cluster Sizes: Medium 120-180g and Large 180 g +
Hand-picked combo meat
Hand-picked cocktail claws
Hand-picked salad meat
FAQ
What is wild-caught deep sea red crab?
Deep sea red crab is a species of crab found in the cold, nutrient-rich waters of the Atlantic, typically at depths of 600 to 2,000 feet. It’s known for its sweet, delicate flavor and tender texture.
How is deep sea red crab harvested?
Deep sea red crabs are caught using traps or pots placed on the ocean floor, which is a more selective and environmentally friendly method compared to other fishing practices. This approach minimizes bycatch and helps protect marine ecosystems.
Where do you harvest your deep sea red crab?
Geographic catch area along the continental shelf and slope of the Southwest Atlantic Ocean off of the coast of Uruguay.
Cooke Uruguay holds the only two crab fishing licenses in Uruguayan waters, with a 1,200-ton quota for both vessels.
We offer both blast and brine frozen products.
What does deep sea red crab taste like?
Deep sea red crab has a mildly sweet and slightly briny flavor. Its meat is firm but tender, often compared to snow crab or king crab, though it offers its own unique taste profile.
How big are your deep sead red crabs?
We only harvest mature male red crabs, females and juveniles are released back into the ocean.
What formats are available?
Our Deep-Sea Red Crab is available in many formats, including clusters (M – L), cocktail claws, combo meat, and salad meat (leg meat).
We hand pick our crab meat, allowing for larger pieces. Each 2.5 pack is vacuum sealed with the leg, claw, body mean separated for easy use.