Is crayfish shellfish?Yes, crayfish (also known as crawdad, yabby, and crawfish) belongs in the shellfish category. Crayfish are marine crustaceans, which includes shrimp, lobsters, crabs, snails, oysters, and scallops. There are more than 500 known species of them throughout the world, with new varieties discovered every year in a range of shapes and sizes. Crayfish can be harvested from salt and freshwater ponds, lakes, and rivers. They can be dried naturally or artificially to remove moisture. Mbariket recommends sun drying, with the help of natural airflow. Mbariket crayfish (crawfish/crawdad) is 100% sun-dried in Nigeria, which as a result achieves the golden look and unique taste we are known for. Can you eat crayfish with a shellfish allergy?Yes, it’s possible. Shellfish is a common food allergy. However, consult an allergist to learn more about the allergy risks of shellfish exposure. Is crayfish spicy?Crayfish is a non-spicy food flavoring and seasoning ingredient with an earthy, smoked-fishy taste and aroma. It goes great in flavoring and seasoning various local and international cuisines, including plain, cooked, steamed rice without adding any heat. You can find crayfish-flavored Lay’s potato chips, crayfish burgers, crayfish burritos, crayfish tacos, crayfish pizza, crayfish eggs, crayfish-flavored chicken, and BBQ, and more. Perhaps, to help kids eat their meals, a slight sprinkle of ground crayfish could be all that they need. Can pets eat crayfish?Pets eat crayfish. It’s an excellent food source for pets, including other crayfish and fish, birds, snakes, turtles, cats, dogs, and rabbits. Consult your vet about appropriate serving sizes of whole crayfish for your pet, especially if you plan to feed whole crayfish as a regular part of their diet. How is crayfish used in cuisines?Chefs and food makers often use whole crayfish in different dishes. In my home country of Nigeria, a typical meal is often seasoned and flavored with crayfish to feed a growing population of 220 million people. In the United States, and particularly in Louisiana, people consume between 120 to 150 million pounds of them and other decapods a year. Chinese people consume 90% of the world’s crayfish every year. Does crayfish expire or go bad?Yes, crayfish does expire and will generally stay at best quality and taste for about 12 to 18 months if properly stored. Mbariket crayfish comes in food grade Mylar bags and jars. To maximize the shelf life, store crayfish at room temperature, away from direct heat or sunlight.

Meet Crayfish – Also known as crawfish in the United States. In my home country of Nigeria, we call it crayfish. It is the most popular food seasoning ingredient for enhancing the flavor and taste of most meals in Nigeria. The best Nigerian crayfish is sourced and harvested in Oron, a tiny coastal town in Akwa Ibom State Nigeria, which happens to be my home state also. Tiny Freshwater Crayfish is harvested by local fishermen, sun dried and/or smoked dried over several days, then packaged in large poly bags and sold to merchants in whole form.  Mbariket buys whole crayfish directly from the fishermen but that’s just the beginning. The crayfish is then commercially processed at our facility, which consists of carefully sorting out impurities (seabed debris, pebbles, sand, etc) by hand, redried in the sun for 24 hours, then grounded for logistics purposes, and more important, for the easy, cooking convenience of our customers.  But what is crayfish powder used for? Let’s walk and talk together. It makes things better. Crayfish is a multicultural, multiethnic all-natural, non-spicy food source with no additives and GMO. Crayfish powder is commonly used for food seasoning and flavoring for human consumption, for those looking just for flavor and no heat.  As a result, kids and babies love them too. Our four-year old daughter, Jeannette can’t stop eating it. Can’t get enough of her Mbariket Crayfish at the dinner table. She enjoys crayfish powder over plain white rice, plain biscuits, spaghetti and noodles, French fries, and diced fruits.  We recently launched Mbariket’s crayfish plastic shaker jar in .75 oz and 1.5 oz, convenient for adults and kids alike for the pantry, cupboard, counter, and table top. Compliment with hot pepper shaker.  Crayfish may also be used in whole and powder form as animal feed for wide ranging aquatic species, including other crayfish, fish, crabs, lobsters, rabbits, birds, otters, turtles, and more. Although crayfish is used primarily for meal preparation, it also makes for an excellent seasoning and flavoring condiment.  At Mbariket, we are happy to help enhance the flavor.  By Rich Mbariket, Founder at Mbariket

Total Time: 45min. What you need: 1 lb. fresh shrimp season with Mbariket Sea Salt Garlic Powder Mbariket Ginger Powder Mbariket Suya BBQ Seasoning Curry Thyme Tomato Sauce Grape Tomatoes or 2 Whole Tomatoes Red Onion Garlic Mbariket Ginger Powder Mbariket Tomato Powder Simmer onions in Mbariket Red Palm Oil until they are crisp tender (2-5 minutes) Add tomato sauce and simmer down to rid excess water (20-30 minutes) Add seasoned shrimp and cook until pink (about 15 minutes) Serve over Mbariket Parboiled Rice

Mbariket, the leading provider of premium quality crayfish in the United States, is proud to announce that it has been awarded Amazon’s Choice for crayfish. Amazon’s Choice is a highly coveted designation given to products that offer the best value, quality, and customer satisfaction. This recognition is a testament to Mbariket’s commitment to providing customers with high-quality crayfish that meet the highest culinary standards. “As a result of our commitment to quality and value, we are thrilled to be named Amazon’s Choice for crayfish,” said Rich Mbariket, Founder, CEO and Head of Strategy at Mbariket. “This is a proud moment for our company, and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. We are committed to our customers and are grateful for their support.” Mbariket’s crayfish are processed to ensure the highest quality. The company’s rigorous quality control procedures ensure that each crayfish meets strict standards for freshness, flavor, and texture. “At Mbariket, we believe that customers deserve the best, and we are dedicated to delivering on that promise,” said Mbariket. “We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality crayfish, and we are honored to have received this recognition from Amazon.” About Mbariket: Mbariket is an independent crayfish powder producer based in Henderson, a suburb of Las Vegas, Nevada. The company is dedicated to providing premium crayfish for food seasoning and flavoring in global cuisines. Mbariket crayfish is sourced from Oron, Akwa Ibom State Nigeria and processed to meet the highest standards. Talk To Us | Follow us on Instagram

Come find us at Fresh52 Farmers Market in Henderson, NV. We bring our unique, Nigerian grown spices and seasonings from village farms in Nigeria to buyers in and around Las Vegas and Henderson weekly. Address: 2580 St Rose Pkwy, Henderson NV 89123. Sundays 8:30am-1:30pm