Soft Shell Crab Recipe
Crunchy soft shell crab, cabbage, pickled cucumber & wasabi compote
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Crabs
Rinse the soft shell crabs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Coat the Crabs
Dredge each crab in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- 5
Fry the Crabs
Carefully place the crabs in the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Prepare the Wasabi Compote
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with wasabi paste to taste. Adjust the wasabi level according to your preference.
- 7
Serve
On a plate, arrange the fried soft shell crabs over a bed of shredded cabbage, add pickled cucumber, and drizzle with wasabi compote.