This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to preparing delicious and crispy fried soft-shell crab. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish combines a flavorful batter with tender crab meat to create a mouthwatering meal.
Preparation time
40min
Cooking time
10min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 240 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 240 ml buttermilk
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 120 g cornmeal
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 soft-shell crabs
- 500 ml vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, soak the cleaned crabs in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Step 2
In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 175°C (350°F).
Step 4
Remove the crabs from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each crab in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Step 5
Carefully place the coated crabs into the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Remove the crabs from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 7
Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce or side dishes.