Tempura Softshell Crabs with Asian Salad and Citrus

Name: Tempura Softshell Crabs with Asian Salad and Citrus Gastrique
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large softshell crabs; Essence, recipe follows; 1 beaten egg; 2/3 cup flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 cup cold soda water; Salt and pepper; 2 cups angel hair pasta, cooked and tossed with olive oil; 1/2 cup julienned red peppers; 1/2 cup julienned yellow peppers; 1/4 cup julienned red onions; 1/2 cup julienned napa cabbage; 2 tablespoon chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1/4 cup chopped peanuts; Salt and pepper; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; *2 tablespoons chopped peanuts; *2 tablespoons chopped chives; *3 long chives; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

4 large softshell crabs
Essence, recipe follows
1 beaten egg
2/3 cup flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 cup cold soda water
Salt and pepper
2 cups angel hair pasta, cooked and tossed with olive oil
1/2 cup julienned red peppers
1/2 cup julienned yellow peppers
1/4 cup julienned red onions
1/2 cup julienned napa cabbage
2 tablespoon chopped cilantro
2 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Salt and pepper
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
*2 tablespoons chopped peanuts
*2 tablespoons chopped chives
*3 long chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["For the softshells: To clean, remove the tail, gills, and eyes.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "For the tempura batter: Whisk all the ingredients resulting in a smooth batter.", "Season with salt and pepper.", "Dip the softshell into the tempura batter, shaking off any excess.", "Remove the basket from the fryer.", "First, carefully holding the top of the softshell, drag the legs through the oil first, for 1 minute.", "This will allow the individual legs to fry separately instead together.", "Then lay the softshell, top side down, into the oil.", "Fry for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden, flip the softshell over and continue frying for additional 2 to 3 minutes.", "Remove from the fryer and allow to drain on a paper-lined plate.", "To assemble, toss the salad ingredients in a large bowl.", "Mound the salad in the center of the platter.", "Arrange the softshell around the salad.", "Drizzle the gastrique over the entire platter.", "Garnish with the chopped peanuts, chopped chives, Essence, and long chives.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

1642

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

102

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

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 32 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large softshell crabs, Essence, recipe follows, 1 beaten egg, 2/3 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Tempura Softshell Crabs with Asian Salad and Citrus Gastrique 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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Tempura Softshell Crabs with Asian Salad and Citrus Gastrique

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