Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBanks' Seafood Kitchen and Raw BarPremium Florida Stone Crab Claws Recipe

Premium Florida Stone Crab Claws Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Key lime & dijon dipping sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation of Crab Claws

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Salt

    Once the water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt to the pot.

  3. 3

    Cook the Crab Claws

    Carefully add the Florida stone crab claws to the boiling water. Boil for 5-7 minutes until heated through.

  4. 4

    Drain and Cool

    Remove the crab claws using tongs and place them in a colander to drain. Let them cool slightly before serving.

Preparation of Dipping Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of key lime juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

  2. 6

    Whisk Together

    Using a whisk, mix all the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

  3. 7

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Transfer the dipping sauce to a serving bowl and serve alongside the stone crab claws.

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