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Nutritional Values
150kcal
28gProtein
2gCarbs
4gFat
—Fibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
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🦐 Shellfish
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Stone Crab Claws
How to order / say it
Say it
Stone Crab Claws — [Stohn krab klawz]
Order
I'd like the stone crab claws, please.
Say locally
Freshly cooked stone crab claws, often served chilled with a mustard sauce.
Why try it?
These claws are a celebrated treasure from Florida's coastal waters, representing the fresh seafood bounty available in Orlando. Tasting them offers a direct connection to Florida’s unique oceanic ecosystem.
How it tastes
Sweet, succulent meat with a delicate texture, stone crab claws are refreshing when served chilled. The mustard sauce adds a tangy and slightly spicy punch that complements the crab's natural flavors.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
The stone crab fishery began in the early 20th century, with conservation efforts in the 1970s ensuring the crab population remains sustainable. Their claws are harvested in a unique process that allows the crabs to regrow limbs.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🦐 500 g stone crab claws
- 🍋 1 lemon
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🥣 30 g mustard
- 🧄 10 g garlic
- 🧂 5 g salt
Method
- 1 Boil the stone crab claws for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked.
- 2 Chill the claws in an ice bath to stop the cooking.
- 3 Serve claws cracked with a mustard dipping sauce.
- 4 Garnish with lemon wedges and melted garlic butter.
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