Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab With Buttermilk Ap

Name: Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab With Buttermilk Apple Chive Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab; 4 soft shell crabs, cleaned; 2 eggs; 1 cup milk; 1 cup cornmeal; 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour; 1/2 teaspoon pimenton; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 soft rolls or pairs of brioche slices; 2 cups peanut or canola oil, for frying; 2 cups salad greens; Buttermilk Apple Chive Slaw; 1 cup purple cabbage, packed, sliced very thin; 1 cup Green Apple, julienne or shredded; 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely minced; 1 cup carrot, shredded; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1/4 teaspoon celery salt; 1/8 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab
4 soft shell crabs, cleaned
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/2 teaspoon pimenton
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 soft rolls or pairs of brioche slices
2 cups peanut or canola oil, for frying
2 cups salad greens
Buttermilk Apple Chive Slaw
1 cup purple cabbage, packed, sliced very thin
1 cup Green Apple, julienne or shredded
1/4 cup fresh chives, finely minced
1 cup carrot, shredded
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon sugar

1
Whisk together milk and eggs in a pie plate or low bowl.
2
Combine cornmeal, flour, pimenton and salt in a separate pie plate or bowl.
3
Toast rolls and keep warm in a low temperature oven.
4
Heat oil in a heavy bottomed frying pan to 325 F, or until a pinch of the cornmeal mixture sizzles rapidly when sprinkled in.
5
Coat crab in the egg mixture, and then the cornmeal mixture, shaking off any excess.
6
Gently lay them, going away from you, in the pan of oil. Fry until golden brown, about three minutes per side. Lower heat if browning too quickly. Remove from oil and drain on several layers of paper towels.
7
Put greens on the toasted rolls, top with a soft shell crab, and then a large spoonful of buttermilk apple chive slaw (recipe below). Serve immediately.
8
Whisk together buttermilk, cider vinegar, celery salt, and sugar.
9
In a medium bowl, combine cabbage, apple, chives and carrot. Toss with buttermilk dressing and refrigerate until ready for use.

1536

kcal

Calories

151

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab, 4 soft shell crabs, cleaned, 2 eggs, 1 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab With Buttermilk Apple Chive Slaw falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cornmeal Crusted Soft Shell Crab With Buttermilk Apple Chive Slaw

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Variations & substitutions

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