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Soft Shell Crab

Soft Shell Crab Recipe

Indulge in the ultimate seafood delight with our soft shell crab recipe. Crispy and golden-brown, these succulent crabs are perfectly seasoned and served in a delicious sandwich. Satisfaction guaranteed!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: seafood
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Assembling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 3

Equipment

  • Paper Towels
  • Large shallow bowl
  • Whisk
  • Frying Pan
  • Tongs

Ingredients

  • 2 soft shell crabs, thawed
  • 1 tbsp old bay seasoning
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • Vegetable oil
  • Hot sauce

Instructions

  • Pat excess moisture from crabs with paper towel.
  • Stir together flour and Old Bay seasoning in a large shallow bowl.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, and hot sauce in a separate shallow bowl.
  • Heat oil in a frying or saut? pan until shimmering.
  • Coat crab in flour mixture, then dip in egg mixture, and dredge in flour again.
  • Fry crabs in hot oil for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Set fried crabs on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  • Serve and Enjoy

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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