Soft-Shell Crabs With Almonds Recipe

Name: Soft-Shell Crabs With Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce; 12 small, fresh soft-shell crabs, cleaned (see note); 3/4 cup flour; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup milk
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
12 small, fresh soft-shell crabs, cleaned (see note)
3/4 cup flour
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

1
In flat dish, combine the milk, salt, pepper and Tabasco.
2
Blend well.
3
Add the crabs, turning them over to coat well with the milk.
4
Place the flour in a flat dish and remove the crabs from the milk.
5
Dredge them in the flour.
6
Shake to remove any excess flour.
7
Heat 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet.
8
Place six crabs in the pan and cook them over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until lightly browned on one side.
9
Turn and cook until golden brown on the other side.
10
The total cooking time is about 6 or 7 minutes depending on the thickness.
11
Transfer to a warm serving platter and keep warm.
12
Add remaining vegetable oil to pan and repeat the procedure with the other crabs.
13
Pour off the fat from the skillet and wipe it clean with paper towels.
14
Add the butter and olive oil, add the shallots and sliced almonds and cook until lightly browned, shaking the pan.
15
When the oil is bubbling, add the lemon juice and pour the mixture over the crabs.
16
Sprinkle with parsley.

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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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup milk, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce, 12 small, fresh soft-shell crabs, cleaned (see note), and more.

Yes, Soft-Shell Crabs With Almonds 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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Soft-Shell Crabs With Almonds

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