BROILED SOFT SHELLED CRABS

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I haven't tried this recipe yet, but it sounds awfully good and it seems like a lot less work than frying.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Crab

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 soft shelled crabs, thawed
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Season the milk with the Old Bay, salt and pepper.
  • Soak the crabs in the seasoned milk for 15 minutes then drain.
  • Sprinkle each crab all over with 1 tablespoon flour.
  • Brush the bottom side of each crab with melted butter.
  • Broil, top side down, for 8 minutes.
  • Flip them over, brush the top side with butter and broil for about 7 more minutes or until golden brown.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253, Fat 17.4, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 79.1, Sodium 639.9, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 10.6

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