King Crab Sushi or Sashimi
King Crab Sushi or Sashimi is a premium Japanese dish featuring the sweet, tender leg meat of the Alaskan or King Crab, served either raw as sashimi or atop seasoned rice as sushi. It is celebrated for its delicate, clean flavor and firm, succulent texture. This dish is a high-end offering in Japanese cuisine, often found in omakase menus and upscale sushi restaurants.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is an excellent source of high-quality protein and is very low in carbohydrates. It provides key nutrients like selenium, vitamin B12, and zinc, with a typical serving containing roughly 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 82 kcal |
| Protein | 15.5 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 365 mg |
| Selenium | 40.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 9.8 mcg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 160 mg |
| Copper | 0.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 300 mg |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg |
Per 3 oz (85 g) of raw king crab leg meat · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culinarily, King Crab is not native to Japan but was introduced and popularized there, showcasing the adaptability of Japanese cuisine. Nutritionally, its meat is remarkably lean for a seafood delicacy, offering substantial protein with minimal fat.
