福井県·特産品
Echizen Crab
If you want to taste winter in Fukui, start with this very dish. A magnificent shell, long legs, and large claws—its majestic appearance truly makes it the king of flavor. Among the snow crabs landed at Fukui's fishing ports, only the males are called "Echizen Crab." The proof is the yellow tag attached to the leg, which is stamped with the landing port to guarantee its origin. In 2018, it was registered under the Geographical Indication (GI) protection system. Once you crack the shell, you'll find it packed with sweet, delicate meat. Hidden within the shell is an abundance of rich, flavorful crab miso. Boiled, grilled, or served as sashimi—it is a Fukui winter delicacy that becomes irresistible as the cold sets in.
Record it after reading
