Crispy Soft Shell Crabs With Warm Mushroom-Asparagu

Name: Crispy Soft Shell Crabs With Warm Mushroom-Asparagus Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Mushroom-Aspragus Salad; 1 bunch asparagus, stalks cut in thirds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 leek, very thinly sliced; 2 shallots, very thinly sliced; 2 cups mushrooms, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; salt and pepper, to taste; pinch of crushed red pepper flakes; Soft Shell Crabs; 2 soft shell crabs; salt and pepper, as needed; flour, as needed for dredging; oil, as needed for pan-frying

Servings: persons

Mushroom-Aspragus Salad
1 bunch asparagus, stalks cut in thirds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, very thinly sliced
2 shallots, very thinly sliced
2 cups mushrooms, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon zest
salt and pepper, to taste
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Soft Shell Crabs
2 soft shell crabs
salt and pepper, as needed
flour, as needed for dredging
oil, as needed for pan-frying

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes. If desired, shock in an ice bath to stop cooking and retain an especially green color. Set aside.
2
In a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Saute the shallots and leeks until soft, about 1-2 minutes.
3
Add the mushrooms and cook until tender, about 4-5 minutes. Add the asparagus and toss to heat through. Season with salt and pepper.
4
Season the crab with salt and pepper. Dredge the crab in the flour to coat.
5
Heat the oil over medium high heat, and add the crab. Cook until the crab is bright red and crisp, about 4-5 minutes on each side. Serve over the mushroom and asparagus saute.

100

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* 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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Mushroom-Aspragus Salad, 1 bunch asparagus, stalks cut in thirds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 leek, very thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Crispy Soft Shell Crabs With Warm Mushroom-Asparagus Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crispy Soft Shell Crabs With Warm Mushroom-Asparagus Salad

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