Shrimp, Crab, Lobster

Soft shell crabs are a delectable treat whether fried, broiled, or grilled. Learn more about soft shells in this two-part series -- what they are, and how to buy, clean, and cook them using these delicious recipes.

Soft shell crabs are a delectable treat whether fried, broiled, or grilled. Learn more about soft shells in this two-part series -- what they are, and how to buy, clean, and cook them using these delicious recipes.

How do you remove the heads from fresh, head-on shrimp? This step by step tutorial with photos will show you the easy way to head shrimp and prawns.

What grade of canned crabmeat should you choose for crab cakes or other dishes? Save money with this quick guide!

How to choose and cook Dungeness crabs. Cooking Dungeness crabs is easy, and like many other crabs, is best kept simple. Dungeness crabs are a sustainable seafood choice.

How to cook spiny lobsters, which are different from Maine lobsters. Cooking with spiny lobsters typically means Mediterranean, Caribbean or Mexican cuisine, but spiny lobsters can be used in any lobster recipes.

How to cook and get the most out of Pacific red crabs or Pacific rock crabs, two crab species that are plentiful -- and underfished -- along the Pacific coast. Cooking instructions and key tips.

Northern, or boreal, pink shrimp are widespread in the northern Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic oceans, and are -- for the most part -- sustainably fished. They are a little different from your typical shrimp, so here's how to cook pink shrimp.