Fresh Frozen Blue Crab Whole (سرطان أزرق)

Product identity & Origin

Frozen Blue Crab Whole is a premium shellfish prized for delicate white meat, naturally sweet flavour, and juicy claw sections. It is ideal for steaming, curries, seafood platters, and Friday family meals. Scientifically known as Callinectes sapidus, it belongs to the Portunidae swimming crab family. Also known locally as سرطان أزرق.

• Scientific Name: Callinectes sapidus
• Family: Portunidae
• Habitat: Coastal estuaries, sandy seabeds, shallow marine waters
• Origin Water Body: Arabian Sea / Indian Ocean sourcing network
• FAO Area: FAO 51 / FAO 57 depending seasonal supply
• Catch Method: Wild-caught traps and pots
• Flavour Profile: Sweet, buttery, mildly briny
• Texture Profile: Tender body meat, firmer claw meat
• Bone Structure: No bones; shell must be cracked
• UAE Relevance: Excellent for seafood Machboos, Sayadieh-style rice, spicy masala crab

Blue Crab stands out for high meat yield in claws and naturally rich shell stock for soups and sauces.

Why Buy Frozen Blue Crab Whole from Diorfreshfish?

Halal-Compliant & Hygienically Processed

Handled in food-safe facilities, HACCP-aligned, and packed to UAE municipality hygiene expectations. Cleaned, sorted, and frozen quickly for freshness.

Sourced from Premium Coastal Regions

Seasonally selected from regulated fisheries in FAO zones with quality checks for shell integrity, size consistency, and freshness.

Cold-Chain Delivery (0–4°C)

Delivered in insulated packaging with temperature-controlled logistics. Product remains frozen or safely chilled during transit, even in UAE summer heat.

Trusted Since 2018

Diorfreshfish has served seafood buyers across Dubai and the UAE with transparent pricing, reliable delivery, and freshness guarantees.

How to Cook Frozen Blue Crab Whole

Steam Method

Thaw overnight. Steam 12–15 minutes. Season with garlic, lemon, black pepper. Serve with butter rice or bread.

Oven Bake

Bake at 200°C for 18 minutes. Brush with butter, paprika, and herbs. Great with roasted vegetables.

UAE Style Crab Machboos

Simmer crab pieces in a spiced tomato base for 10 minutes, then cook with rice. Use saffron, dried lime, and coriander.

Frozen Blue Crab Whole vs Other Popular UAE Fish

Who Should Eat and Avoid Frozen Blue Crab Whole?

Great for families needing lean protein, fitness buyers wanting low-carb meals, seniors needing B12 and selenium, and heart-conscious eaters seeking omega-3 support. Suitable for keto diets. Avoid if you have shellfish allergy, sodium-restricted medical advice, or doctor-directed seafood limitations.