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Fried Soft Shell Crab Recipe

A delicious and crispy fried soft shell crab recipe that's perfect for seafood lovers.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 soft shell crabs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. Clean the soft shell crabs by removing the gills and the apron.
  2. 2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3. Dip each crab into buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture.
  4. 4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  5. 5. Fry the crabs until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. 6. Remove crabs from oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. 7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fried Crab, Seafood
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