How to Store Live Crab

Appears in
The Hog Island Book of Fish & Seafood: Culinary Treasures from Our Waters

By John Ash

Published 2023

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Live crab doesn’t store well. They should be cooked as soon after catching or purchasing as possible. If you do need to store a live crab, cover with a damp towel and refrigerate for no more than 6 hours.