Juneau, Alaska, July 2, 2007 – The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) announces the newest trend in seafood grilling, wild and sustainable Alaska king crab. This summer, savvy seafood lovers aren’t just grilling: Alaska salmon, black cod and halibut, they’re grilling wild Alaska king crab. Sweet and tender, nutritious and low in fat, grilled Alaska king crab is a deliciously unexpected summertime addition to the grill. Add to this Alaska’s long-term commitment to sustainability and you have a grilling tradition that will last for years to come.
 
Grilling sustainable Alaska king crab is the quick and easy solution for the time-pressed host looking for a high-end product that’s easy to prepare. Not only is Alaska king crab sweet and succulent, it is surprisingly low in fat. Simply split Alaska king crab and drizzle with olive oil, dust with your favorite seafood spices, and place in a foil pouch, or directly onto a hot grill. In minutes, Alaska king crab is ready to enjoy as a unique and light appetizer, or as the main event.
 
What’s more, with ASMI’s COOK IT FROZEN!™ techniques, there is no need to wait for crab to thaw, making Alaska king crab a quick and elegant addition to the most casual of summertime dinners. Simply rinse crab legs under cold water to remove any icy glaze; pat dry, grill and enjoy. Frozen crab recipes, such as Great Smoky Grilled Alaska Crab, and recipes for all types of wild and sustainable frozen Alaska seafood can be found online at www.cookitfrozen.com.

Alaska is the pioneer of sustainability. Since acceptance into the Union in 1959, Alaska’s constitution has mandated that “fish…be utilized, developed and maintained on the sustained yield principle.” This long-term dedication to sustainability has resulted in keeping the world stocked with a continuous, ever-replenishing supply of wild seafood. Indeed, Alaska's effective and precise fisheries management practices are considered a model for the world.  
 The Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute is the State of Alaska’s official seafood marketing arm.  It is a public agency of the State of Alaska, funded by the Alaska seafood industry and federal grants.  ASMI promotes Alaska seafood throughout the U.S. and in 16 other countries.  ASMI also provides education and training to the seafood industry in food safety and quality assurance practices.  Please go to www.alaskaseafood.org for more information.

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Click here for the "Great Smoky Grilled Alaska Crab" recipe courtesy of ASMI

* "Great Smoky Grilled Alaska Crab" photo courtesy of ASMI

Contact: Karl Uri
Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute
(800) 806-2497