Grilled or Sauteed Soft Shell Crab BLT Recipe

Name: Grilled or Sauteed Soft Shell Crab BLT
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 jumbo soft shell crabs, cleaned; Blended olive oil, if grilling; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Flour, for dredging, if sauteing; 1 thick slice brioche, grilled or toasted; 1 cup Basil Mayonnaise, recipe follows; 6 to 8 arugula leaves, washed and dried; 2 to 3 slices beefsteak tomato; 3 thin slices pancetta, cooked and kept warm; 1 sprig rosemary, for garnish; Serving suggestion: Shoestring potatoes or potato chips

Servings: persons

2 jumbo soft shell crabs, cleaned
Blended olive oil, if grilling
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Flour, for dredging, if sauteing
1 thick slice brioche, grilled or toasted
1 cup Basil Mayonnaise, recipe follows
6 to 8 arugula leaves, washed and dried
2 to 3 slices beefsteak tomato
3 thin slices pancetta, cooked and kept warm
1 sprig rosemary, for garnish
Serving suggestion: Shoestring potatoes or potato chips

1
If grilling, brush the crabs lightly with blended olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
2
If sauteing, season the crabs with salt and pepper, and dredge lightly in flour.
3
Cook the crabs for about 3 minutes per side over medium heat.
4
Set aside and keep warm.
5
Place the toasted brioche in the center of a plate and cover it generously with Basil Mayonnaise.
6
Layer the arugula leaves, tomato slices, and warm pancetta, in that order, on top of the brioche.
7
Top with the warm crabs and squeeze more Basil Mayonnaise over the plate and the crabs.
8
Garnish with rosemary, and serve with shoestring potatoes or chips.
9
2 egg yolks
10
2 teaspoons warm water
11
1 cup fresh basil leaves
12
1 1/2 cups blended oil
13
Pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper
14
Place the egg yolks, water, and basil in the bowl of a food processor.
15
Turn on the processor and slowly add the oil through the feeding tube.
16
Add salt and pepper, to taste.
17
If the mayonnaise is too thick, add a little water.
18
Transfer Basil Mayonnaise to a squeeze bottle and refrigerate.

419

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 jumbo soft shell crabs, cleaned, Blended olive oil, if grilling, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, Flour, for dredging, if sauteing, and more.

Yes, Grilled or Sauteed Soft Shell Crab BLT 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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Grilled or Sauteed Soft Shell Crab BLT

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Variations & substitutions

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