20 Reasons Why King Crab Became Alaska’s Most Beloved Food

Wild, natural, sustainable Alaska seafood is what life is all about in the last frontier. We catch what we eat and we have a blast doing it. But when it comes to who's truly the cream of the crop, there is no question that King Crab takes home the cake every time. The sweet, succulent flavor of the legs has a way of grabbing our taste-buds by storm and leaving us fiending for more after each bite. There is no denying that king crab is Alaska's most beloved food, and here are 20 reasons why...

1. It's can be the only item on your menu, and you'll still have the busiest (and most popular) business in town.

One stop at Tracy's King Crab Shack in Juneau and you'll be hooked!

2. You can dress em' up.

3. Or just eat em' with nothing but butter.

4. Heck, you can even eat em' plain and you'll still be in heaven.

5. They make great appetizers.

6. And Sushi.

7. They even taste good fried.

8. And would you have guessed that you could enjoy King Crab dessert?

Well that's a big Y-E-S! You betcha! The sweet, delicate flavor makes for a perfect dessert. Or if you're feeling extra rebellious, dessert before dinner.

9. Plus they're super versatile.

10. You never have to feel guilty about ordering seconds… or a whole bucket load up front.

11. Can't find a parking spot? Not a problem anymore.

We got you hooked up in the VIP section.

12. No matter how much you eat, their size alone will always make you feel small.

Light and dainty, 5 buckets and a pair of extra-resilient stretchy pants later.

13. Catching crabs doesn’t come easy.

Nope! These guys (and gals) work their butts off to deliver us sweet and delicious king crab.

14. Big industry means big paychecks.

Money, money, money, MONEY!

15. And with views like this, it's hard not to love your job.

The season is short and sweet, but the risks are (mostly always) worth the rewards!

16. Plus maybe you've heard of a little TV show called the Deadliest Catch? Just maybe?

No big deal. Just one of our greatest (modern day) claims to big-screen fame.

17. Stick with the king and you'll have the best lookin' boat around.

18. Plus they make totem poles come to life.

19. The party don't start till the king crab crawl in.

20. Sinfully good. And worth the night in jail, every time.

What is your favorite way to eat king crab in the last frontier? Do you have a favorite recipe that we could beat you up for? How about a favorite restaurant to order them off the menu?