This Costco Dungeness Crab comes frozen and pre-cooked, so we won't really cook it but instead reheat it in many different ways that you can see below.
I will try to go through everything that you need to know in order to properly cook your Costco Dungeness Crab and not mess it up and end up with tasteless meat, of course, I will be showing also how to store any leftovers, so stay tuned!
This Costco Dungeness Crab is a very popular seafood option around the coast of North America, this Dungeness crab typically yields up to 8 ounces of meat overall, however, this is of course depends on the size and weight of the crab you will be buying.
Yes, Costco sells this Dungeness crab frozen and pre-cooked, so you can just thaw it and use it cold for salads or even eat it a la carte with some mayonnaise or dip, however, if you will be preparing another dish with your Costco Dungeness crab meat feel free to just toss it in cold at the end.
How to reheat Costco Dungeness Crab on the Stovetop?
This is my favorite way to use in order to reheat this Costco Dungeness Crab, whether your meat is in the shells and legs still or it’s just the meat, this is the most effective way and can be used for any type of crab meat.
- Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil, whether it's a steady or rolling boil, both should work for this method.
- Now, you want to add your Costco Dungeness Crab to the water and allow it to reheat for about 3 to minutes.
- Remember we are not cooking the crab here we just want to heat it up, so make sure to do not leave it there for too long or the meat will be overcooked.
- Finally, drain your Costco Dungeness Crab and serve it as desired.
Note: I recommend checking your Costco Dungeness Crab at 3 minutes because 5 minutes is typically the maximum amount of time it should boil.
How to reheat Costco Dungeness Crab Using a Broiler?
Broiling your Costco Dungeness Crab is one of the best options to go for when it comes to reheating your crab, however, this method is highly recommended for crab meat that is out of its shell.
- Start by placing your crab meat into a broiler-safe pan.
- Next, you want to add a small amount of either water or butter to the pan in order to make sure that your crab meat will stay nice and moist.
- Now, go ahead and place the pan under the broiler and allow you to heat Costco Dungeness Crab for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Finally, remove the crab from the broiler and serve it.
Note: make sure to mind your timing here and be cautious not to overheat your Costco Dungeness Crab meat!
How to reheat Costco Dungeness Crab by Steaming?
This method is recommended for Costco Dungeness Crab meat that is still in its shell, do not use with meat without a shell!
- Start by grabbing a large pot then place 1-2 inches of water in it and bring to a boil.
- Next, you want to place your Costco Dungeness Crab into a steaming rack or even a colander that can handle high heat, do not use a plastic colander!
- Now, go ahead and lower the steaming piece into the can while making sure that the rack you are using doesn't allow the crab to go into the water, if it does then remove some water from the pot.
- Cover the pot with a lid and allow your Costco Dungeness Crab to steam for about 10 minutes.
- Once the time is up and the Costco Dungeness Crab is reheated you can serve it with your desired side dish.
How to reheat Costco Dungeness Crab in the Oven?
This method can be only used if your Costco Dungeness Crab meat is no longer in its shell.
- Start by preheating your oven to 300 degrees F.
- Next, with the use of a pie pan or casserole dish go ahead and place your crab Costco Dungeness Crab inside the oven.
- You want to add a small amount of water to the bottom of the dish, make sure to cover the pan foil or an oven-safe covering.
- Allow your Costco Dungeness Crab meat to bake for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Finally, take out the crab meat from the oven and serve it.
What to serve with Costco Dungeness Crab?
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Aioli Sauce
- Brussels Sprouts
- Italian Wedding Soup
- Boom Boom Sauce
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Bloves Sauce
- French Fries
- Butternut Squash Salad
FAQ Section
Yes, reheating your Costco Dungeness Crab in the microwave can be achieved but it will take about 10 minutes and the texture of the meat won't be really good, I recommend going for other methods to reheat your Costco Dungeness Crab meat or you will end up with subpar taste.
Costco sells this Dungeness crab at a price of $22.50 per pound, both Dungeness Crab Legs, and Claws that have been cooked and frozen will cost you around $44.99 per 2-pound bag.
This Costco Dungeness crab is one of the meatier crabs available to purchase, as the meat-to-shell ratio for Dungeness crab is approximately 25%, so if you have purchased 2 lb Dungeness crab you will end up with ½ lb of picked meat.
To maximize the shelf life of your cooked Costco Dungeness crab leftovers, refrigerate them in shallow airtight containers or wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Properly stored, your cooked Costco Dungeness crab can last for up to 3-5 days in the refrigerator.
Allow your cooked crab leftovers to cool to room temperature. Wrap your cooked Costco Dungeness crab leftovers in plastic wrap then place it in a heavy-duty sealable freezer bag. Properly stored, your cooked Costco Dungeness crab leftovers can last for up to 2-3 in the freezer.
What can you cook with Costco Dungeness Crab Meat?
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
- Crab Stuffed Salmon
- Crab Cake Sandwich
- Cheesy Hot Crab Dip
- Kanikama Sushi Nigiri
- Fried Crab
- Crab Imperial
- Imitation Crab Soup
- Spicy Crab Roll
- Jaiba Crab Ceviche
- Simple Crab Salad
- Volcano Roll
Costco Dungeness Crab Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving (3 oz.)
- Calories 94
- Total Fat 1.06g
- Saturated Fat 0.143g
- Cholesterol 64mg
- Sodium 321mg
- Potassium 347mg
- Total Carbohydrate 0.81g
- Protein 19g
- Calcium 50%
- Magnesium 49%
- Zinc 4.65%
How To Cook Costco Dungeness Crab on the Stovetop?
Description
How To Cook Costco Dungeness Crab on the Stovetop?
Ingredients
Instructions
- Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil, whether it's a steady or rolling boil, both should work for this method.
- Now, you want to add your Costco Dungeness Crab to the water and allow it to reheat for about 3 to minutes.
- Remember we are not cooking the crab here we just want to heat it up, so make sure to do not leave it there for too long or the meat will be overcooked.
- Finally, drain your Costco Dungeness Crab and serve it as desired.
Notes
- I recommend checking your Costco Dungeness Crab at 3 minutes because 5 minutes is typically the maximum amount of time it should boil.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 94
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.06g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.143g1%
- Cholesterol 64mg22%
- Sodium 321mg14%
- Potassium 347mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.81g1%
- Protein 19g38%
- Calcium 50%
- Magnesium 49%
- Zinc 4.65%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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