Soft Shell Crab with Tempura Batter and Dipping Sau

Name: Soft Shell Crab with Tempura Batter and Dipping Sauces
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: corn or peanut oil, for frying; soft-shell crabs; 3/4 cup flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup seltzer water, ice cold; Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste; 2 1/2 cups Balsamic vinegar; 1 cup Port wine; 1 onion, diced; 3 cups red pepper juice; 1/4 cup honey; 1 cup Port wine; Salt, to taste; 1/4 teaspoon arrowroot; 1/4 cup Wasabi powder; 1/4 cup water; 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice; Salt, to taste

Servings: persons

corn or peanut oil, for frying
soft-shell crabs
3/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup seltzer water, ice cold
Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste
2 1/2 cups Balsamic vinegar
1 cup Port wine
1 onion, diced
3 cups red pepper juice
1/4 cup honey
1 cup Port wine
Salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon arrowroot
1/4 cup Wasabi powder
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup creme fraiche
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
Salt, to taste

1
For Tempura Batter: Whisk together ingredients.
2
Can be used for up to 1 hour.
3
Keep cold!
4
For Crabs: Heat 1/4-inch of corn or peanut oil in a heavy skillet until very hot but not smoking.
5
Fry the crabs in batches for about 2 minutes on the first side, then turn and fry for another minute.
6
The crust should be golden.
7
Be prepared the crabs will split when you fry them; a splatter screen will come in handy.
8
Drain on paper towels and serve with dipping sauces.
9
Put all ingredients together and reduce over medium heat, down to 1/4 of its liquid.
10
Strain and discard onion.
11
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
12
Reduce down to 3/4 of a cup.
13
Thicken with the arrowroot.
14
Dissolve Wasabi in water.
15
Whisk in creme fraiche and lemon juice.
16
Season with salt.

224

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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: corn or peanut oil, for frying, soft-shell crabs, 3/4 cup flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, Soft Shell Crab with Tempura Batter and Dipping Sauces 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Soft Shell Crab with Tempura Batter and Dipping Sauces

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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