Snow Crab
Buy snow crab legs in fully cooked, frozen two-cluster packs. Choose Alaskan Bairdi (Tanner) or Canadian Opilio, then compare species, cluster sizes, pack weights and portions below. Picked leg meat, cocktail claws and leg pieces have their own pack sizes and preparation instructions.
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Compare Snow Crab Species, Sizes and Two-Packs
Our Alaskan Bairdi (Tanner) and Canadian Opilio snow crab clusters arrive fully cooked and frozen. Each pack contains two clusters. Compare the weight per cluster with the total weight of the two-pack before choosing a quantity.
| Snow crab option | Origin | Size per cluster, shell on | Total for one two-pack, shell on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bairdi / Tanner | Alaska | 12–14 oz. | 24–28 oz. (1.5–1.75 lbs.) |
| Bairdi / Tanner, larger grade | Alaska | 16+ oz. | 32+ oz. (2+ lbs.) |
| Opilio | Canada | 12–14 oz. | 24–28 oz. (1.5–1.75 lbs.) |
Weights include the shell and are not picked-meat weights. Cluster-size grades describe each cluster, not each individual leg. In the two-pack selector, 1 means two clusters; 2 means four clusters. Check the product cards for current prices and available sizes.
Choose Alaskan Bairdi or Canadian Opilio
Bairdi and Opilio are two snow crab species. Our Bairdi clusters are wild-caught in Alaska’s Bering Sea and have a sweet taste with a delicate texture. Our Canadian Opilio clusters have a salty, savory flavor and delicate texture.
Compare the selected size grade as well as the species: both offer a 12–14 oz. cluster option, while Bairdi also has a 16+ oz. option. A species name alone does not tell you the weight of the pack.
Compare Pack Size, Price and Delivery
Compare the same species, size grade and total shell-on weight when shopping for snow crab legs online. Divide the pack price by its total pounds to compare price per pound, then include delivery charges in the delivered cost.
Check the selected product’s stock status and the delivery dates offered at checkout for your address. Choose an arrival date that leaves time to thaw the crab before your meal.
Sustainably Sourced Snow Crab from Alaska and Canada
Our snow crab options include sustainably sourced Alaskan Bairdi and Canadian Opilio. Their fisheries use harvest controls such as catch limits, seasons and size restrictions; the rules vary by species and source.
Choose the named product for its species, source, pack size and preparation directions.
Clusters, Leg Meat, Claws and Pieces
Choose the format that fits your meal and how much shelling you want to do:
- Two-cluster packs: shell-on Alaskan Bairdi or Canadian Opilio for a crab-leg dinner.
- Picked leg meat, 1 lb.: cooked, frozen Opilio meat from Canada and Alaska for crab rolls, pasta or salads.
- Cocktail claws, 1 lb.: pre-cooked Opilio claws from Canada and Alaska for dipping and appetizers.
- Leg pieces, 1 lb.: shell-on leg and claw pieces from Opilio and Bairdi in Canada and Alaska. Follow the product’s instruction to cook before consumption.
Picked meat and shell-on crab are different weight comparisons. Review each listing’s pack contents and preparation directions.
How Much Snow Crab Should I Buy?
Plan on about 1–2 lbs. of shell-on snow crab per person, depending on appetite and whether you are serving sides, steak or other seafood. A 12–14 oz. cluster contains less than a pound of shell-on crab; the two-pack totals about 1.5–1.75 lbs.
For two people with crab as the main event, two 12–14 oz. two-packs provide four clusters and about 3–3.5 lbs. total, or 1.5–1.75 lbs. each. For a lighter meal with substantial accompaniments, one two-pack can be shared. Actual meat yield varies; shell-on weight is not edible-meat weight.
Quick Preparation and Serving Ideas
Keep the crab frozen until needed and thaw it in the refrigerator. Bairdi and Opilio clusters are fully cooked; serve chilled after thawing or gently reheat according to the package directions. Steam, gently simmer, grill or bake, taking care not to dry out the meat.
Serve snow crab legs with melted butter, garlic sauce, fresh lemon, Old Bay or spicy aioli. Add potatoes, corn or a salad, or pair a cluster with lobster tails for a seafood dinner. Follow separate instructions for picked meat, claws, leg pieces and any raw components in a bundle.
Snow Crab FAQ
Quick buying answers about species, cluster sizes, quantities, portions and preparation.Bairdi, also called Tanner crab, and Opilio are different snow crab species. Our Bairdi clusters come from Alaska’s Bering Sea; our Opilio clusters come from Canada. Both are fully cooked and frozen. Choose by the product’s origin, flavor description and selected cluster-size grade.
It is the shell-on weight range for one cluster. A two-pack of 12–14 oz. clusters totals about 24–28 oz., or 1.5–1.75 lbs. The Bairdi 16+ oz. option refers to each cluster, giving at least 32 oz., or 2 lbs., per two-pack. These weights include the shell.
The cluster products use a two-pack selector. Choosing 1 gives you one pack containing two clusters; choosing 2 gives you two packs containing four clusters. The size grade applies to each cluster.
Allow about 1–2 lbs. of shell-on crab per person, depending on appetite and the rest of the meal. Two 12–14 oz. two-packs provide four clusters and about 3–3.5 lbs. total for two diners. A lighter meal with substantial sides may need less. Picked-meat portions use a different weight basis.
The Alaskan Bairdi and Canadian Opilio clusters are fully cooked and frozen. Picked leg meat is cooked and frozen, and cocktail claws are pre-cooked. Leg pieces carry an instruction to cook before consumption. Follow the package directions for your product; dinner bundles can include raw lobster tails that need separate cooking.
Snow crab is shipped frozen in insulated packaging. Review each product’s shipping requirements and the dates and charges offered at checkout for your address. Plan for refrigerator thawing before your meal, and follow the package’s arrival and storage instructions.
For fully cooked Bairdi and Opilio clusters, thaw in the refrigerator and serve chilled or gently reheat by steaming, simmering, grilling or baking. Follow the package directions and use our complete snow crab cooking guide for thawing and timing. Other snow crab formats can have different preparation instructions.
Snow crab has thinner shells and more delicate pieces of meat. King crab has larger, thicker-shelled legs and richer, substantial pieces of meat. Compare the listed shell-on weights, origin and portions when choosing for your meal.
Snow crab’s thinner shells make the legs easier to open than larger king crab legs. Separate the cluster at the joints, then use a shell cracker or seafood shears as needed. Our cracking guide shows how to open the shells and remove the meat.