Soft Shell Crab Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 soft shell crabs, cleaned
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Lemon wedges for serving
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Rinse soft shell crabs and pat dry with paper towels
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, Old Bay seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper
3. In another shallow bowl, beat eggs with milk
4. Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat
5. Dredge each crab in the flour mixture, shaking off excess
6. Dip in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off
7. Dredge again in the flour mixture for a double coating
8. Carefully place crabs in the hot oil
9. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy
10. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels
11. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and fresh parsley