Jumbo Soft Shell Crab & Gulf Shrimp Value Pack
- Cleaned & ready to cook
- Jumbo Gulf shrimp
- Complete seafood feast
A soft shell crab lover's pack with everything needed for a crispy fried feast. Eight jumbo soft shells come cleaned and frozen alongside the batter, seasoning and glassware.
Includes:
- 8 jumbo soft shell crabs
- 1 soft shell crab batter mix
- ½ lb raw jumbo Gulf shrimp
- 1 shaker HHC Seafood Seasoning
- 1 iLoveCrabs pint glass
Overnight (next-day) delivery available
2-day shipping with dry ice available
Arrives cold-packed in an insulated cooler
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- Regional1 and 2 days in transit
- National1 and 2 days in transit
- Hawaii and Alaska1 day in transit
Tuesday–Saturday Delivery • Nationwide Shipping • Overnight Arrival Available
Shipping rates are calculated at checkout and vary based on the products ordered, destination, and shipping method selected.
Packed for Freshness
Maryland crabs steamed fresh to order and never frozen. Perishable crab and seafood orders are carefully packed in insulated coolers with plenty of ice or cold packs to maintain freshness throughout transit.
Choose Your Delivery Date
Select your preferred delivery date when ordering. For parties and special occasions, we recommend scheduling delivery one day early in case of unexpected carrier delays.
Shipping Information
Order by 5:00 PM EST for next-day delivery eligibility. Carrier delays due to weather, high package volumes or other unforeseen circumstances may occur. Arrival dates are estimates, and deliveries within one day of the estimated arrival date are considered on time.
Did you know
Did you know
A Very Short Window
Hard-shell and soft-shell blue crabs are the same species. A soft shell is the brief stage immediately after a crab molts and before its new shell hardens.
The shell begins hardening again within hours, which makes fresh soft shells seasonal and highly prized. During this stage the entire cleaned crab can be cooked and eaten, shell included.
Preparation
Preparation
Soft shell crabs
- Heat oil in a large skillet.
- Combine salt and flour in one bowl, and beat 2 eggs in another.
- Dip each cleaned soft shell crab in the egg, then coat it with the flour mixture or soft shell batter.
- Cook for approximately 4 minutes per side, until the shell is red and crisp and the batter is golden brown.
- Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
- Serve as a sandwich or as a main course.
Raw shrimp: steaming
- Add 2 in of water to the bottom of a pot and bring it to a boil.
- Place a steaming basket in the pot and add the raw shrimp, keeping them out of the water.
- Sprinkle with Harbour House Crabs seafood seasoning and cover with a lid.
- Steam for approximately 4 to 5 minutes after steam begins escaping from under the lid. The shrimp are done when they turn from grey to pink.
- Serve with cocktail sauce. Steam times may vary.
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What Makes It Special
A Feast in One Box
Seafood and extras arrive together, portioned and ready to serve.
Table Gear Included
Crab paper, mallets or glassware ride along in the same box.
Cold-Packed Freshness
Insulated coolers with gel packs or dry ice keep everything cold in transit.
Nationwide Delivery
From our dock in Maryland to your door, anywhere in the USA.
Eight Soft Shells, Gulf Shrimp on the Side
This value pack pairs favorites from opposite ends of the Gulf-to-Chesapeake map: eight jumbo Maryland soft shell crabs and ½ lb of raw jumbo Gulf shrimp. The soft shell batter mix and HHC Seafood Seasoning cover the crabs; the shrimp are yours to steam, sauté or skewer, seasoned as generously as you like from the same shaker.
Let the shrimp open the meal
Because the shrimp come raw, they cook in minutes and make a natural first course: toss them in a hot pan with a pinch of the seasoning while your frying oil comes up to temperature. By the time the shrimp are gone, the oil is ready and the crabs, dredged in batter, go in for their short, loud fry.
What eight crabs gets you
Eight jumbo soft shells is the sweet spot for a small table: two apiece for four people as the main event, or singles across a bigger group as a fried course. It is also the right size for a first order if you have never cooked soft shells at home and want to learn on a batch that fits in two fry rounds. The iLoveCrabs pint glass in the box goes to the cook, who will have earned it.
From this box to a full spread
Plenty of customers fold this pack into a larger seafood night: fried soft shells and shrimp alongside steamed hard shells make a table worth talking about for a while. If that is the direction you are headed, our piece on hosting a proper seafood gathering lays out the quantities and the setup. Everything arrives cold-packed together in one insulated cooler, ready for the freezer or the pan the same day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between hardshell and softshell crabs?
They are the same blue crab species in different lifecycle stages. Right after molting, the crab's body is temporarily soft, a short window when the whole crab is tender enough to enjoy. Hardshell crabs are typically steamed, while soft shell crabs are battered and fried.
How do I prepare your crabs and seafood?
Every order ships with preparation instructions, and our food prep guide, recipes and how-to videos cover steaming, re-steaming and cooking all of our crabs and seafood.
Do the shrimp come seasoned?
When ordering shrimp separately, you have the choice of raw or steamed & seasoned. Shrimp included in Dinner for Two and other crab and seafood combos come pre-steamed and seasoned.
How are the orders packed for shipment?
Every order is sealed inside an insulated styrofoam cooler and placed in a sturdy box for extra protection. Depending on the products, destination, transit time and season, we use ice packs and/or dry ice, and we pack orders to withstand potential shipping delays.
How much is shipping?
Shipping options and cost are calculated at checkout for the product, destination and requested delivery date. Eligible perishable orders may offer overnight or 2-day service, and select packages include standard shipping in the listed price.
Why Choose Harbour House Crabs?
Over 26 Years of Experience
We’ve been shipping crabs nationwide for decades — we know how to ensure they arrive fresh and flavorful.
Freshness Guarantee
Our crabs are packed with care and shipped quickly to maintain their quality.
Options for Everyone
Five male grades from #2 jimmy to heavyweight, plus female crabs. Mix and match across an order.
Nationwide Delivery
We’re located near a major shipping hub, which means you get your crabs fast — even for last-minute celebrations.
