Diving Alaska Discovering Scallops & King Crab

First time Diving in Alaska Tj & Jan discover Puget Sound King Crab. The crab is endangered and protected in Washington and is a subspecies of the more well known King Crab. In Alaska the crabs are considered invasive and have no regulations. By choice we preferred to leave the females as they were molting (soft shelled) and with eggs. Although these are considered invasive to Alaska we don't mind if they take up residence here and reproduce. These crabs are very tasty. Possibly the best crab we have had. Its Sweet, firm, and succulent.
What part of the video would you want to learn more about?
Diving for crabs check out 1:03
Cleaning crabs skip to 5:39
Cooking & tasting starts at 6:39
Best way to Cook Your Crabs
(Thanks to local Kyle Worman with Worman Sportfishing in Ketchikan)
Recommendations:
1). Steam your crabs do not boil. This keeps crab meat firm and sweet without retaining a soggy or overly wet texture.
2). Cool your crabs immediately if possible. Cooling your crabs directly after they have cooked will prevent over cooking the meat. If you have ever had your crab meat stick to the inside of the shell and not come out easily. It has been cooked too long. Also cooling the crabs will harden the shell so it will crack easier as well as release the meat from the shell.
Recipe:
Salt water thoroughly. Add a lot of salt. Easily a 1/4 to a 1/2 of a cup of salt depending on the size of your pot. If you have access to clean ocean water that can be used as well. In that case you don't have to add any salt.
Bring 2-3 inches of water to boil in a large pot.
Add cleaned crabs (no guts in crabs) to pot. Cover pot. Bring water back to a boil.
Once brought to a boil set timer for 13 minutes.
After 13 minutes remove crab immediately from heat.
Rinse with cold water, poor over ice, and enjoy!
A quick Ice bath works well here too.
Thanks for watching Tj and I hope you like the video.
Catch you on the next one.
God Bless
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[@fishduckdog]

I sure miss your videos of all fishing you 2 do & the collaborations with Fisherman's Life. I hope all goes well and you are still fishing and working in Alaska.

[@arklaskanadventures]

That is badass!!

[@deckhandcody]

Hey man. You probably don't remember me but I stayed at the Chinook shores lodge and went fishing with a friend of mine a couple of years ago. I just wanted to say that you inspired me and I am now a deckhand in homer alaska. Thank you very much.

[@justinthiele6212]

I really glad you included the cooking part. I'm so jealous watch this. Very cool.

[@jessewilson8676]

5:14 to what are you referring to when you said “yes they are beautiful “?

[@spinster4000]

The crabs, duh Kappa

[@betrustedandhonest7462]

@@spinster4000 i think there's something else that's more beautiful then the crab 🦀 😂

[@shoja7264]

Saw you guys on Fisherman’s Life. I am subscribed now. Loving y’all stuff!!!

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Awesome. Thanks for being a part of the channel. We love Matt’s. He’s the reason we are here. Tj and I appreciate your Sub 👍🏼☀️

[@TASTYFOODSandEATING]

Thanks you for sharing. Very nice food

[@philippegriffon5267]

Amazing country thanks for your vidéo

[@stur.7502]

I really enjoyed this you guys! I even learned somthin' new today! Cheers! Where can you purchase the big Crab Steamer??

[@francisestillore2574]

No one can resist crabs ♥️

[@joelgarcia1127]

Good stuff guys!!! All I could think of the whole time is "SAVE SOME FOR MATTS".... LOL.... You should definitely parboil some, and freeze it up and send it to him, or wait for his next visit to let him try some. While your add it, send me some down here in Miami too!! 😉 👍 Thanks for the upload.

[@Kabir9861]

Those crabs are dope as hell! Nice work

[@mikerobinson2354]

Looks like I gotta go dive Alaska soon. Those kings look amazing!

[@TnT8373]

Congratulations! You are living my dreams!

[@danielmartin2518]

We catch those crabs all the time longlining in Metlakatla just south of Ketchikan

[@SpamMusubi308]

That was cool those looked super delicious 😁👍

[@BudoFishing]

Those crabs are officially on my bucket list!!🦀🦀

[@americanrebel413]

Had my mouth watering for some crab, great video my friend thank you. Ps. We have nothing like that in Florida, only stone crab and blue crab.

[@shotgunaaron]

Where you guys been??? Time 2 post 👍

[@ThePoorFishermanAmazing]

New Subscribers From Philippines❤

[@TnT8373]

You can also do stir-fried crab with ginger scallions recipe. You all will love it!

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Thanks for the tip! Sounds great.

[@meepols5963]

anyone know what species the tiny jellyfish is t 4:52

[@Dogsrule777]

Awwwghhh.... Those looks SO tasty! ❤️🍴

[@joemama-ex1tm]

5:25 nice pair.

[@Trump-ld1qh]

.....of crabs

[@MrMarkAMartin]

Fantastic, with ya!

[@J3unG]

Here from Mat's channel Fisherman's Life. I subbed!

[@tomszrodak]

I'd love to try them!

[@DustyCowdog]

Man...my mouth is watering...

[@fishhunt9874]

You added salt from a can to water to boil the crabs? You just came out of the ocean! Call me crazy but we just use sea water to boil them.

[@Rad_Triumph_765_RS]

You don’t get all the dissolved pollutants if you use treated water and food grade salt.

[@pold4837]

Two smart people on your hands here....

[@bjornlarsen7440]

@@pold4837 lol

[@howzit9397]

@HahThatsWhatSheSaid what pollutants?? In Hawaii we eat some raw seafood. Unless your ocean is polluted that nothing is living or barely living in it I’m sure it’s ok. Sea salt if originally dried ocean water

[@gawlee]

because usually when you boil with water from the ocean, the meat tends to stick to the shell more

[@rossbrand1617]

Isn’t that Knudson cove marina in Ketchikan

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Ross Brand it is Knudson Cove Marina

[@hubbrd]

SO cool

[@stevedrake1640]

Sure are a great pair 👍🏻

[@garryderish2465]

That PUGET sound king crab is my bucket list crab , cant seem to find anyone who has a SPECIMEN for sale

[@BC-2020LT]

Those crabs look like the monsters I used to fight on a Harry Potter PC game lol

[@tombishop8083]

Maybe I missed it but where were the scallops per your title?

[@lachlanoneil8938]

You really need an orange road cone with glass on the big end for viewing the bottom from inside the boat

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Good idea. Would have been a huge help having one.

[@sandracoomber2107]

WOW TO THE CRABS! HOW MUCH DO THEY WEIGH

[@papuiappa1641]

Amazing..king crap👍👍🤔🤔😚💓

[@jeffro5032]

Hey man , I too am a free diver / spear fisherman down here on the Oregon coast. The water up there is really clear ( looks cold as hell ). Where you were diving , it looked for the most part pretty shallow. May I ask about where in Alaska you were.? Diving for those type of king crabs has always been a dream of mine. Thank you for this video!

[@redwood9741]

Look like box crabs to me ??..had too Google them..I learned something new.. Puget Sound king crabs are larger than the similar brown box crab, with an average size of 6-10 inches. ...

[@thebackyardfarmer2644]

Watching from PH

[@danamennerich3282]

No air tasks allowed?

[@buckey0075]

Hey just seeing you guys on Fishermans life sent me over to your channel hope you guys make it up there in Alaska looks amazing take care y’all

[@seanteed4816]

Where is this area?

[@deebo2808]

It’s been a year since your guys posted a video. Did you quit you-tubing?

[@fairdaest]

Where is this located at in Alaska

[@tydaniels3937]

The highest quality productions for fishing videos! Keep em coming.

[@MrSwatsteven]

hey how is the water clarity there in august? im going on a diving trip this august and im not sure what to expect

[@tjjanalaska8674]

It really depends on the weather. Water conditions are good if we do not have a lot of rain the day before you go, if has not been super hot and there is no algae bloom, and if it is not too windy on the day you go. 😃 Best of luck to you I hope it’s an awesome trip! 👍🏼

[@Jenniferlsweet]

Looks like you are having a great time. Any tips on rental cabins?

[@Jenniferlsweet]

@Kristine Gunnels thank you

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Almost Home Vacation Rentals is a great option in Ketchikan.

[@damonpetty7741]

What month did y’all go in to get these crabs and scallops?

[@baylonaj]

So freaking cool. I'd love to do some day.

[@markpinther9296]

Great video! Never stand on that little shelf next to the transom. It’s not designed to hold you and you could easily fall into the water and the motor prop will chew you up if you are in reverse. I am thinking this is likely one of the first times you have operated a small boat like that.

[@danap.235]

Your attention to detail is impeccable. My guess is that your a certified Scuba diver. N.A.U.I. certified?

[@rubenchables8303]

All that pain and suffering paids off Nice video friends... Hello from San Diego 😎 !!!

[@harrymiram6621]

That first crab that he opened dock-side, I would've added gochujang(Korean chili paste), garlic/ginger, sesame oil, shochu(Korean alcohol), chili pepper powder/flakes & marinate 2-3hours....

[@LuisMartinez-ft9or]

The "crab shit" is the best part of any crab!

[@johnnycho771]

Do you need a license for this and where in Alaska is this?

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Alaska sportfishing license. We are in Ketchikan AK.

[@jameskoch7190]

“It looks nice enough to eat”,🤣

[@Rem1061]

"The Puget Sound king crab is known to live in the subtidal regions along coasts which means it is part of a diverse community of marine life that interact with each other to create a dynamic environment. This species is in a position where it must catch prey and avoid predators in order to survive and thrive. L. mandtii is known to consume sea urchins and other invertebrates, such as starfish and sea cucumbers.[1] By controlling sea urchin populations, more seaweed and kelp will show up since there will be less invertebrates that consume those primary producers. In turn, the seaweeds and kelp conceal the Puget Sound king crab from its predators in the sky, such as pelicans and other birds that consume marine life. This is an example of a changing cycle within this community because a disturbance or change any species population could alter the rest of the community altogether. L. mandtii is becoming more uncommon in the areas it used to thrive in. Part of this is due to increased use of fishing nets of different sizes which the crabs get caught in and brought up.[6] The Puget Sound king crab has been put on the protected species list by the Washington Fish and Wildlife Department which means it is not advised to catch and collect this species. " Just Sayin.

[@gamerclownz2783]

Never seen king crab with such short legs

[@michieowens9104]

Where can you find these crabs in Alaska?

[@503huntah5]

2 most beautiful crabs i ever saw 5:13

[@spinster4000]

I’m not gonna act like I ain’t looking at them to but you don’t have to be immature about it.

[@kristofferocel2037]

Awesome!

[@sethmiller3869]

Sound like some solid life advice "There's no point in trying to keep a soft female"...lol!

[@tjjanalaska8674]

😆 😆 It’s amazing what the great outdoors has to teach us.

[@patrickkerner1471]

We are the Stewards of this planet, nice video!

[@bigredfred33]

But you kept her boyfriend/husband?! Lol

[@TheRebel1917]

He kept another female though

[@juliemanarin4127]

No scallops?

[@betrustedandhonest7462]

Buy why aren't you catching sea urchins, they are super delicious 😋

[@teeman1326]

You are from the Puget Sound area? That's where I live. Been crabbing for over 25 years here and I've never went for rock crab. And there's no limit for them here in Puget Sound?

[@jamesmcardle5426]

We have Scallop here in Saint Joe bay but they’re only a quarter of the size of those. Good lord

[@adrianjarvis9391]

that looks so good never tried crab looks better than lobster

[@kevincoffey940]

Now that is what I call LUNCH

[@valve-do3jc]

Good catch Next time cook them in the same water you pulled them from it works good with octopus

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Wish we would have. Great idea to try with octopus. Have you cooked octopus often? We catch them occasionally.

[@valve-do3jc]

Yah. I spent most my life on the big island. That’s how Hawaiians cook.

[@leninmi7579]

I must have missed the king crab.

[@nathanbryce5090]

No shit lol

[@jeremyjamesellis9400]

The reason why I gave you a thumbs up ! Is because, you returned the female crab 🦀 to allow the repopulation of their species, I don’t like to watch people who make bad decisions! Good for you!

[@Jenniferlsweet]

Why are they not trying to escape?

[@chingo1543]

great video

[@raphaelsebastian1437]

These crabs are very expensive in Japan. You're lucky to just be able to pluck them out from the water.

[@tjjanalaska8674]

It was special finding them. Cheers!

[@LunaV2007]

Hairy crabs?

[@robbot9877]

reel sweet!!!

[@fluffy5464]

Hanaki crab I think that how you spell it i don’t know but I have seen the crab but I know they are rare.

[@melin1969]

my mother always told me to stay clear of women with crabs - reckon id ignore her this once

[@antoniqto1979]

I thought water will cold at all time in Alaska. He dived with one bare hand open.

[@bargdaffy1535]

Neat Vid...

[@michaelsamson7986]

They are Puget sound king crabs

[@harleyberge3677]

No no they are not.

[@tomconley2458]

Easy enough to Wikipedia. They sure look like Puget Sound King Crags

[@bigredfred33]

Crustaceans are definitely aliens from outer space

[@PandaLuv925]

I love Alaska Jeff Fischer

[@chadricklong]

"Puget" sound brother. haha. nice vid tho. got my sub!

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Appreciate the correction and Thanks for the sub!

[@bayareafisherwoman4356]

wow never seen those before. grab some urchins! 😫

[@yanphuc]

If that soft crab was soft enough that you could tear it's shell with two fingers then you totally should of kept it and deep fried it!!!!! Imagine being the first ever to eat and cook a softshell KING CRAB hahaha

[@hugobar.]

Qué clase agua tan transparente.

[@johnlshilling1446]

If you're not in a harbor with all of oils and "other stuff" that gets into the water from boats and people... just grab a bucket of seawater for the boil. No need to spend money on salt. "Because that's how we do", here in WA State. (Besides, it's sea salt. According to people that make such claims, sea salt is better for you)

[@rogerroger7734]

We do it in Maine too John.

[@mattdyke1693]

207 represent!

[@T1AOgorman]

It took a lot of energy because you're supposed to cook them before opening them!

[@kemetichandyman3233]

Im ready

[@fishbummin27514]

Damn those crabs looked amazing

[@mattmoors6284]

Would have been nice to see you put the crab out of its misery with an ice bath before you cleaned it 🤷‍♂️ but did look tasty!

[@aidenensign8409]

bro its a crab, calm down.

[@billmiles5287]

Those crabs were jurassic

[@saltwaterfishingtipsandtricks]

Those don’t look like king crab?

[@tjjanalaska8674]

Thanks for asking they are a subspecies known as Puget Sound King Crab

[@johnrumancik538]

Awesome shit man, if I lived anywhere near there I'd be a very very fat man

[@leegrumbling9623]

Looks like you're taking breeding pairs. Not how I would roll.

[@sirlancelot3109]

OMG do you sound naive. Maybe you’d like to erect a little privacy tent for them? Adfg sets the rules for harvest fully aware of breeding and life cycles. Grow up.

[@gamerclownz2783]

Someone should report them

[@jasonjones846]

Read the “about” before you judge

[@leegrumbling9623]

@@jasonjones846 Yup. You're right. Should have done. Sorry all, I humbly retract my previous drivel .

[@tristanradzik8441]

Kelp Crab - never seem them that large

[@yesmanmola4181]

Can I have some please ?

[@aninonisarbot3204]

I think the crabs are in pair.. put them back in the water.