Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsSommer's PlaceFried Crab Claws Recipe

Fried Crab Claws Recipe

Inspired by Sommer's Place
Time30m
Serves4

Fresh from the Gulf, Fried to perfection. This is a Sommer's Place Signature Item. Enjoy Two for the Price of one.

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Ingredients

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Crab Claws

Method

Preparation and Cooking

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab Claws

    Rinse the crab claws under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Set Up the Breading Station

    In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together.

  3. 3

    Bread the Crab Claws

    Dip each crab claw first into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside on a plate.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.

  5. 5

    Fry the Crab Claws

    Carefully add the breaded crab claws to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried crab claws from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot, with your choice of dipping sauce.

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