It's getting hot in the kitchen (food appreciation thread)

[Smokemeal2]

Grilled Pork Satays with peanut and vinegar sauces and fresh summer rolls with peanut and sweet chili sauces- a nice Thai lunch
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That is my type of food

Similar and really quick to do, I call it my asian Taco

Pork Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps (<i>San Choy Bow</i>) | RICARDO

This easy San Choy Bow recipe is perfect for the back-to-school season. This Asian ground pork dish will find its way into your regular weeknight menus.

www.ricardocuisine.com

 

[LeDodo]

That is my type of food

Similar and really quick to do, I call it my asian Taco

Pork Stir-Fry Lettuce Wraps (<i>San Choy Bow</i>) | RICARDO

This easy San Choy Bow recipe is perfect for the back-to-school season. This Asian ground pork dish will find its way into your regular weeknight menus.

www.ricardocuisine.com

The lettuce wrap meat is also Thai!

 

[LeDodo]

This ham and cheese roll is divine!! From La Meunerie urbaine:

And I ordered again a macchiato thinking it is a mocha lol

 

[LeDodo]

Snow ❄️ crab season has started!

 

[EagerBeaver]

In Florida, it's the end of Stone Crab season (until May 1), but these claws are as good eating as any crab that is out there! Time to head down south!

 

[EagerBeaver]

Stone Crab and Snow Crab compared, analyzed:

Stone Crab vs Snow Crab: A Seafood Comparison Guide

Discover the key differences between stone crab vs snow crab, from taste and texture to pricing and availability. Learn which crab variety best suits your seafood cravings

www.mychicagosteak.com

Executive summary is that the Snow Crab is essentially the "poor man's Crab", while the more expensive Stone Crab is more of a luxury item. It's all about what taste profile you favor and what you are willing to pay for your seafood.

Me personally I take Stone Crab fresh any day of the week and am not scared off by the price.

 

[LeDodo]

Stone Crab and Snow Crab compared, analyzed:

Stone Crab vs Snow Crab: A Seafood Comparison Guide

Discover the key differences between stone crab vs snow crab, from taste and texture to pricing and availability. Learn which crab variety best suits your seafood cravings

www.mychicagosteak.com

Executive summary is that the Snow Crab is essentially the "poor man's Crab", while the more expensive Stone Crab is more of a luxury item. It's all about what taste profile you favor and what you are willing to pay for your seafood.

Me personally I take Stone Crab fresh any day of the week and am not scared off by the price.

I am not sure though where you the "poor man's crab" summary lol

For me each type of crabs have their own specific.

Like in Hong Kong around autumn, they eat the Chinese hairy crab. They are not big or meaty but they are eaten for their rich, creamy, and buttery yellow "inside" (roe and fat/tomalley) which are abundant and a specific for that crab.

 

[EagerBeaver]

I am not sure though where you the "poor man's crab" summary lol

How many times did that article and almost any other you can find comparing Snow Crab to King or Stone mention their "affordable" price point. No offense but I don't think you read between the lines. I have only read it about 20 times in scanning articles on this subject tonight, plus I know my seafood store and restaurant pricing, so I put 2 and 2 together.

It is indeed the poor Man's crab.