John Myers
The Armored Tidbits belong to the Higher Crabs. Specimens that are commercially available from us have a length of approx. 10 to 15 cm and a weight of up to 100 g. The body is olive green to grey-black or brownish. When cooked, it takes on a reddish colour.
Origin
Crayfish populate the freshwater landscapes of practically every continent. However, the European crayfish found in Germany only occurs in small quantities and is under strict protection. 90 percent of the supply available in this country comes from Iran and Turkey, usually from breeding facilities.
Season
The crayfish fishing season begins in June and lasts until around the end of December. It depends on the closed season or catch ban during the spawning season of the female animals. Only male specimens may be sold during the spawning season of the animals. Despite these limitations, crayfish are available all year round because they are imported frozen as well as sold fresh.
Taste
Crayfish taste similar to lobster, only a little more delicate, since they are found in fresh water.
Use
Crayfish are available whole, live or frozen. Fresh cooked crab meat and crab tails as well as crab meat in jars or frozen are also available. They are part of delicious deli salads and delicious homemade salads, such as our refined crawfish salad with avocado and nectarine. They also taste great cooked with a dip, gratinated, fried or in fine soups. A few crayfish always belong in the classic Leipzig all sorts.
Storage
Crabmeat is delicate and spoils quickly. Store fresh produce as cool as possible until consumption, but not on ice. In the case of frozen goods, make sure that the cold chain is not interrupted under any circumstances, for example during transport home. Transport in an insulated bag for safety.
Durability
Ideally, fresh crayfish should be consumed on the day of purchase, if possible. Use frozen or jarred crayfish according to the expiry date.
Nutritional value/active ingredients
The crayfish is a slim delicacy: 100 g crab meat contains only about 0.1 g fat, but around 15 percent easily digestible protein. So don’t just enjoy it with rich mayonnaise dressings!
