Fried Soft-shell Blt Recipe
Brioche Toast, Tarragon Aioli, Soft-Shell Crab, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Make the Tarragon Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped tarragon, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Crabs
Rinse the soft-shell crabs under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Fry the Crabs
In the same skillet with the bacon fat, carefully place the soft-shell crabs and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Toast the Brioche
In the same skillet, toast the brioche slices until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- 6
Assemble the BLT
On one slice of toasted brioche, spread a generous amount of tarragon aioli. Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, crispy bacon, and fried soft-shell crab. Top with another slice of brioche and serve.