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Spider Recipe

American · Main course · 21 min total

A classic deep-fried soft-shell crab sandwich, served with lettuce, tomato, and a tangy tartar sauce on a toasted bun.

Ingredients

• 4 soft-shell crabs, cleaned
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
• 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
• 4 leaves lettuce
• 4 slices tomato
• 1/2 cup tartar sauce

Instructions

1. Place cleaned soft-shell crabs in a shallow dish and pour buttermilk over them. Let soak for 10 minutes.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne.
3. Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
4. Dredge each crab in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
5. Fry crabs in batches, 2 at a time, for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
6. Spread tartar sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with lettuce, tomato slice, and a fried crab. Cover with bun top.
7. Serve immediately.

Tips

• For best results, use fresh soft-shell crabs in season.
• Serve with extra tartar sauce and lemon wedges.
• Can substitute with pre-cleaned frozen crabs; thaw and pat dry before using.

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