Which month is the fattest hairy crab?

When is the best time to eat hairy crabs?

As the saying goes, "On August 15th, chrysanthemums are yellow and crabs are fat", that is, around the Mid-Autumn Festival, when chrysanthemums are in full bloom, it is the best time to eat crabs. "Autumn wind, crab feet itch; When the chrysanthemum blooms, you can smell the crab. " It is said that hairy crabs began to be listed around the Mid-Autumn Festival. At this time, Shanghainese's throat began to itch.

For Shanghainese who like to eat hairy crabs, there is also a saying of "nine females and ten males", which means to eat female crabs in September and male crabs in October, because hairy crabs in these two months are the fattest. Of course, this is September and October of the lunar calendar.

Crab selection method:

First look at the appearance, the color is bright, the outline is clear, and the bristles are dense, which meets the conditions of green (back), white belly and golden hair. Secondly, press the crab's feet with your fingers, and the feet are full and full. Finally, tap your finger near your eyes. Anyone who blinks flexibly and sprays foam repeatedly will taste fresh.