Cua mat trang Cua mặt trăng

A crab with red spots on its shell like a moon. Islanders say the meat is sweet and firm, and richer in minerals than other crabs, in the week of the rising moon.

Cua mat trang, Cua mặt trăng
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Why it matters

The shells are also kept as decoration.

Taste

Sweet and firm in the week of the rising moon, and richer in minerals than other crabs, according to islanders.

How to enjoy it

Order it as a seafood plate at a seaside restaurant.

Where to try it

Seaside restaurants in town.