Soft Shell Crab Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Soft Shell Crabs
Rinse the soft shell crabs under cold water. Remove the gills and the eyes with a sharp knife. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the dry ingredients.
Cooking
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of batter in; it should sizzle immediately.
- 4
Coat the Crabs
Dredge each soft shell crab in the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow any excess batter to shake off.
- 5
Fry the Crabs
Carefully place the coated crabs in the hot oil, frying them in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the crabs from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.