How to preserve crabs

1. Preserve crabs in the refrigerator

When we buy crabs, if the quantity is not large, we can eat them in about three days. If so, preservation is relatively simple. We can choose more energetic crabs, and then tie the crabs' legs, which can reduce the physical exertion of the crabs, and then put them in the refrigerator to refrigerate them. It can be kept at 5-10 degrees, and then just cover it with a wet towel. When we eat every day, we can first adjust some of the less energetic ones, and then continue to preserve the more energetic ones. We can gently touch the crab's eyes with our hands. If the reaction is not very sensitive, it means it will be eaten first.

2. Preservation in plastic wrap

We can steam the crabs first, then cover the crabs with plastic wrap, and then put them in the refrigerator for storage. , it is ready to eat when you take it out directly. This is a very good way to do it. The plastic wrap can well isolate the outside air and prevent the oxidation reaction between the crab and the air. The crab contains It is very rich in high-protein nutrients, which will have great benefits for our physical health and can comprehensively supplement various nutrients needed by the body.

3. Store in a plastic basin

We can first prepare a plastic basin or a plastic bucket and put the crabs with strong vitality into the water. We must be careful not to put the crabs in the water. Put it in layers, and then add water until it reaches half the height of the crab. You must pay attention to moisturizing, but you cannot cover it all with water, because if the water is too deep, the crab will suffocate due to lack of oxygen. Yes, in a water basin or bucket, just don't close the lid. This method can be used to preserve crabs very well. If the temperature is not very high, crabs can be preserved for more than half a month.

How to store fresh crabs

1. Keep them in the refrigerator

Crabs are best stored in a relatively cool environment, and the refrigerator is a very good way to store them. Depending on the environment, if the crab's vitality is relatively strong, we can tie the crab's legs and feet. After it is tied, put it in the fresh-keeping layer of the refrigerator, then use a dry towel to soak it in water, twist it gently, and then lay it flat on the crab. This way, the crab can be well preserved for 2 to 3 days. Not dying and not deteriorating.

2. Put it in the refrigerator to freeze

In our country, crabs are farmed in many places. Many times these crabs are frozen and then transported to all parts of the country. After buying the crabs, we can actually freeze them in the refrigerator for storage. We can just defrost them before eating. This way, the crabs can be kept fresh and stale for 1 to 2 months.

How to store cooked crabs

1. Short-term storage

If we want to store cooked crabs for a short period of time, you can use Seal it with plastic wrap and place it in a cool and ventilated place. Generally speaking, it can be kept fresh for 6-8 hours. The premise is that the weather is relatively cold. If the temperature is relatively low, we do not have plastic wrap. It is also possible. We can directly place the crabs in a cool and ventilated place. This way, we can store them for a certain period of time, but we must be careful not to store them for too long. If the weather is hot, we just cannot store them like this. Now, if you want to store them for a short period of time, you can put the crabs in the cold storage compartment of the refrigerator.

2. Long-term storage

If we want to store cooked crabs for a little longer, we can put the crabs in the freezer, but if we If you freeze it directly, the water in the crab will be lost, and it will become dry and unpalatable. When freezing, you can freeze the cooked soup together, which can maintain the freshness and deliciousness of the crab.