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soft-shelled crab

/ˈsɒft ʃɛld kræb/

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/ˈsɒft ʃɛld kræb/B1formalculinary
  • ruКраб, который недавно сбросил старый экзоскелет и имеет новый, мягкий, съедобный панцирь; часто используется как кулинарный термин для этого деликатеса, который обычно жарят во фритюре или обжаривают на сковороде.

A crab that has recently molted its old exoskeleton and has a new, soft, edible shell; often used as a culinary term for this delicacy, typically deep-fried or sautéed.

  1. Edible crustaceanB1formalamerican

    A blue crab that has recently molted its hard outer shell, making it edible whole, often fried or sautéed.

    ruСъедобное ракообразное

    • We ordered fried soft-shelled crab at the seafood restaurant.
    • Soft-shelled crab sandwiches are a popular summer dish.
    • The chef prepared the soft-shelled crab with a light batter.