As we all know, hairy crabs are actually divided into male and female, so when is the best time for hairy crabs?

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When is the best time for hairy crabs?

Male hairy crabs are the best from the middle and late October to November in the Gregorian calendar.

There is a folk saying "nine females and ten males". The "nine" and "ten" in this proverb refer to the lunar calendar, which means that female hairy crabs are suitable for eating in September and male hairy crabs are suitable for eating in October.

In fact, the middle and late days of the Gregorian calendar are the opening time of Yangcheng Lake every year, and it is the best time for female hairy crabs to eat within more than one month after the opening of the lake; From the middle and late October to November of the Gregorian calendar every year, it is the best time to eat male hairy crabs, because at this time, the male hairy crabs have already stored up the energy for the winter, and the crab paste in their bodies is in the most abundant and full state, which is very fat and delicious.

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How to divide male and female hairy crabs?

The male and female of hairy crabs are actually very easy to distinguish. Look directly at the abdomen of hairy crabs: the abdomen of male hairy crabs is divided into three parts by two lines; The abdomen of the female hairy crab is round.

In addition, you can also look at the big pliers of hairy crabs: generally, the pliers of male hairy crabs have more hair, while those of female hairy crabs have less hair.

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What is good for eating hairy crabs?

1. Ginger

Hairy crabs are cold. When eating hairy crabs, they are usually served with ginger vinegar juice, and you can also put a few slices of ginger when steaming hairy crabs.

2. vinegar

Hairy crabs contain high protein and cholesterol, which are difficult to digest after eating, and when eaten with vinegar, they can be seasoned and fresh.

3. Mustard:

Some people who like to eat spicy food can also add mustard to the dip when eating hairy crabs, which can increase the spicy taste.

4.perilla frutescens

When steaming hairy crabs, you can put a perilla leaf under it. The special fragrance of perilla can reduce the fishy smell.