Premium Wild-Caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab (Callinectes sapidus) – Delicate, Sweet Flavor & Tender Meat – 100g to 200g – Sustainable Seafood – Wildfischfang

Indulge in the Delicate, Sweet Flavor of Wild-Caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab!

Experience the delicate, slightly sweet flavor of wild-caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab (Callinectes sapidus), known for its tender, whitish meat. Whether enjoyed in soups, pasta, curries, or grilled whole, this gourmet crab brings a unique touch to any dish. Rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B12, Mediterranean Swimming Crab is a healthy seafood choice that’s gaining popularity in Southern Europe.

Key Features, Highlights & Product Specifications:

✅ Happen: Fresh, wild-caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab (Callinectes sapidus), sourced from sustainable fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea, particularly off the coasts of North Africa, Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

✅ Fang: Wild-caught using traps, gill nets, and trawls, with populations increasing due to climate change.

✅ Wild Catch: 100% wild-caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab, known for its delicate, slightly sweet flavor, reminiscent of classic sea crabs with a touch of shellfish elegance.

✅ Taste: Delicate, slightly sweet, with a taste similar to king crab, making it a favorite among seafood enthusiasts.

✅ Meat: Tender, whitish, and rich in protein, found mainly in the claws and body.

✅ Preparation: Ideal for soups, pasta, curries, or grilled whole. Often boiled and then boned, it’s also great for Asian dishes.

✅ Health: Rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, and vitamin B12, with low calories and fat, making it an excellent, healthy seafood option.

✅ Size & Weight: Typically 100g to 200g per specimen, with a width of 10–15 cm.

✅ Popularity: Increasingly popular in Southern Europe, particularly in local Mediterranean cuisine. Still less known in Switzerland, but gaining recognition among gourmets.

✅ Special Features: As an invasive species in the Mediterranean, Mediterranean Swimming Crab is considered a “safe catch” that helps maintain ecological balance.

✅ Price: CHF 12.– to CHF 28.– per kg, depending on season, size, and catch area.

✅ Wild Caught: Exclusively wild-caught Mediterranean Swimming Crab, ensuring the highest quality and most natural flavor.

✅ Sustainability: Sustainable catch as this species is not overfished and is actively managed to support ecological balance. Local populations are increasing, and small-scale fishermen are actively involved in its catch.

✅ Foundability: Available exclusively at Wildfischfang, your trusted source for premium wild-caught seafood.

✅ Fishing Methods: Caught using eco-friendly methods like traps, gill nets, and trawls, ensuring minimal environmental impact.

✅ Countries of Origin: Found in the Mediterranean Sea, especially in the coastal regions of Italy, Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

✅ Popular Preparation Methods: Perfect for soups, pasta, curries, or grilled whole. Also ideal for boiling and serving with aioli or in Asian-inspired dishes.

✅ Delicacy Status: Mediterranean Swimming Crab is increasingly valued for its tender, sweet meat and versatility in Mediterranean and fine dining.