Shark Fin with Crab Meat
Shark Fin with Crab Meat is a luxurious and traditional Chinese soup or braised dish, featuring shredded shark fin and tender crab meat as the primary ingredients. It is typically prepared with a rich, savory broth made from chicken, pork, and sometimes dried scallops, and is often served at banquets and special occasions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein due to the shark fin and crab meat, with a moderate amount of fat from the broth and minimal carbohydrates. It provides key nutrients like collagen, calcium, and omega-3 fatty acids, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Collagen | High (specific value not quantified) |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 500 mg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish has been a symbol of wealth and prestige in Chinese cuisine for centuries, though its consumption is now controversial due to environmental and ethical concerns regarding shark conservation. Nutritionally, shark fin is prized for its high collagen content, which is believed to benefit skin and joint health.
