Fried Soft-Shell Crab

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Lift one pointed side of the top shell of one crab; pull out and discard the gills. Lower the shell and repeat on the other side. Remove the tail flap on the bottom side by twisting and pulling. Use a pair of scissors to cut behind the eyes and remove the face. Repeat to clean remaining crabs. Rinse cleaned crabs thoroughly with cold water, then dry on paper towels.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat oil in a deep fryer to 365 degrees F (180 degrees C).'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Whisk milk and egg together in a shallow bowl. Combine flour, salt, and pepper in another shallow bowl. Lightly salt each crab. Dredge in flour; shake off excess. Dip into beaten egg. Lift up so excess egg drips back into the bowl. Press into flour to coat both sides.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Working in batches if necessary, carefully lower crabs into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on one side, 1 to 2 minutes. Carefully turn and cook until golden brown on the other side, 1 to 2 minutes more. Drain on paper towels.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)