Spider Roll Recipe
Fried soft shell crab, masago, avocado, and cucumber with eel sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Batter
Oil for Frying
Method
Preparation of Soft Shell Crab
- 1
Clean the Crab
Rinse the soft shell crabs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Batter
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the cold water while whisking until smooth and free of lumps.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Crab
Dip each soft shell crab into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Crab
Carefully place the battered crabs in the hot oil and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Assembly
- 6
- 7
- 8
Roll It Up
Using the sushi mat, carefully roll the nori over the filling, pressing gently to form a tight roll. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
