Crispy Fried Crab Legs
Indulge in crispy perfection with these fried crab legs! Coated in a seasoned egg wash and crunchy flour mixture, they're fried to golden-brown deliciousness. A seafood delight awaits!
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Calories: 300kcal
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Shallow Dish
- Tongs
- Deep fryer or large skillet
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 1 package Crab legs
- oil for frying
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- Seasonings of your choice (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika)
Instructions
- Thaw crab legs if frozen, either in the refrigerator overnight or under cold water until fully defrosted.
- Prepare an egg wash by whisking eggs together with preferred seasonings in a shallow dish.
- In another dish, combine flour with additional seasonings for coating.
- Optionally, mix breadcrumbs or panko with the flour mixture for added crunch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dip each crab leg in the egg wash, ensuring full coating, then roll in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Carefully place coated crab legs into the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Using tongs, remove fried crab legs from oil and drain excess oil on paper towels. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use a deep-fry thermometer to maintain the oil temperature between 350�F and 375�F, ensuring the crab legs cook properly without burning or becoming greasy.
- Fry the crab legs in small batches to prevent overcrowding and keep the oil temperature steady.
- Carefully lower the legs into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or tongs to prevent splattering or burns.
- After frying, drain excess oil from the crab legs by placing them on a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack.
- Serve the freshly fried crab legs immediately, while they're still hot and crispy.
- For extra flavor, consider seasoning them with salt or Old Bay.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 700mg | Potassium: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg