Where Does Brown Crab Come From? A Detailed Guide to Its Main Producing Regions

Brown crab, also known as golden crab, is one of the crab species with the most roe in the world. It is very plump and is an excellent cooking ingredient. So where does brown crab come from? How much does it cost per jin? Which tastes better, brown crab or king crab?

Where does brown crab come from?

Brown crab (Cancer pagurus) is mainly produced in the Northeast Atlantic, from Norway in the north to northern Africa in the south, and its main catches are concentrated in FAO Area 27.

The European brown crab is commonly called brown crab, brown crab, edible crab, or golden crab in China. It is mainly produced in the northeastern Atlantic, the North Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea. However, it is mainly concentrated in the waters near the British Isles in Western Europe, and is an important aquatic product of the United Kingdom, France, Ireland, Norway, and other countries, so it is often called “British brown crab” or “Irish golden crab”.

How much does brown crab cost per jin?

Judging from the current market situation, prices range from 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 45 to 80 yuan per jin. Prices certainly vary depending on the region and quality.

However, in our survey, the price of brown crab was mostly 30-50 yuan per jin, which tells us that brown crab within this price range is relatively normal. Of course, market conditions differ from place to place, so we cannot say for certain which price is the most reasonable.

Which tastes better, brown crab or king crab?

Each has its own characteristics. King crab grows in freezing seawater and has a long growth period, so its crab flavor is strong. Brown crab is a mud crab, and because it eats well it has plenty of roe, but it lacks flavor.

King crab meat is fresh and sweet, and its large size makes it satisfying to eat. Brown crab has plenty of roe and yellow, so those who like roe and yellow can give it a try. However, if you choose poorly, brown crab may have little or even no roe and yellow, so it is also our responsibility to give advice on roe and yellow: choose brown crab.