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Crab Base

N/A (from various crab species) Allergens: Shellfish (Crab)
Crab Base

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Crustacea
  • Primary Cuisine Asian, Coastal
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Crab, Salt, Spices, Vegetables

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Crab Base ?

A concentrated flavor enhancer made from crab meat, shells, and seasonings, used to impart rich seafood essence to dishes.

Quel goût a le/la/l'Crab Base ?

Le/La/L'Crab Base a un goût umami, salty, briny, seafood avec des arômes seafood, salty.

Taste
Umami, Salty, Briny, Seafood
Texture
Paste, Granular
Aroma
Seafood, Salty
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 10g (1 tbsp)
Calories50 kcal
Total Fat1 g
Saturated Fat0.3 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol10 mg
Protein8 g
Total Carbohydrate5 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars1 g
Calcium20 mg
Iron0.5 mg
Potassium100 mg

Le secret du chef

Dissolve the base in warm liquid before adding to dishes to ensure even distribution of flavor and avoid clumps.

Substituts & Proportions pour Crab Base

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Crab Base est Shrimp Base, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Offers a similar concentrated seafood umami, slightly sweeter.

Substituts pour Crab Base avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Shrimp Base Meilleur 1:1 Offers a similar concentrated seafood umami, slightly sweeter.
Lobster Base 1:1 Provides a richer, sweeter seafood flavor, good for bisques.
Fish Bouillon/Stock Concentrate 1:1 A more general seafood flavor, less specific than crab, but versatile.
Mushroom Base + a pinch of Old Bay 1:1 A vegetarian option for umami with a hint of seafood seasoning.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Crab Base

  1. Read labels carefully for specific crab species and additional ingredients.
  2. Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate after opening.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Crab Base ?

  • Soups (Bisques
  • Gumbo)
  • Sauces
  • Seafood Stews
  • Risottos
  • Noodles

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Crab Base ?

Umami, Salty, Briny, Seafood Seafood, Salty

Quel est un bon substitut pour Crab Base ?

Le meilleur substitut est Shrimp Base (1:1). Offers a similar concentrated seafood umami, slightly sweeter.

Comment choisir et conserver le Crab Base ?

Read labels carefully for specific crab species and additional ingredients. Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate after opening.

Ingrédients Condiment, Flavoring associés

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