Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsShogunSoft Shell Crab Recipe

Soft Shell Crab Recipe

Inspired by Shogun
Time30m
Serves4

Make Soft Shell Crab Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 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. 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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

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