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Soft Shell Crab

Soft Shell Crab is a delicacy in many coastal cuisines (notably Japanese and Southern US), prized for its whole-crab presentation when the shell is soft enough to eat. It’s commonly served fried, sautéed or tempura-style and is known for a sweet, tender crab flavor and crisp texture when cooked. Nutritionally, Soft Shell Crab provides 15.5g of protein per 100g and is also a rich source of vitamin B12, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a nutrient-dense seafood option. Overall, it’s considered a high-quality protein with beneficial micronutrients and heart-friendly fats when prepared without heavy frying or excessive added salt.

Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~9.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S

Optimal

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

227 kcal

11% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

16 g

31% RDI

Fat

13 g

1.8g sat fat

Carbs

12 g

4% RDI

Sugar

0.2 g

0% RDI

Fiber

0.5 g

2% RDI

Salt

0.6 g

13% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S · 9.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Soft Shell Crab healthy?

Yes, Soft Shell Crab is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 and Selenium.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Soft Shell Crab?

Soft Shell Crab is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Soft Shell Crab lactose free?

Yes, Soft Shell Crab is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Soft Shell Crab?

100g of Soft Shell Crab contains 227 kcal, 15.5g protein, 11.7g carbohydrates, 12.7g fat, and 0.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Soft Shell Crab gluten free?

Yes, Soft Shell Crab is gluten free.

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