Description
Transform fresh blue crabs into a crispy, golden delicacy with this traditional coastal recipe. This method combines simple ingredients with precise techniques to create perfectly fried blue crabs that are crunchy on the outside and succulent on the inside.
This classic recipe features a crispy coating that locks in the crab’s natural flavors. The preparation involves a double-coating technique that ensures a consistently crunchy exterior while maintaining the meat’s tenderness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 fresh blue crabs
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the crabs by removing:
- Top shell
- Gills
- Mouth and eyes
- Tail flap
- Internal organs
- Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Prepare the coating station:
- Mix flour with seasonings in one bowl
- Whisk eggs and milk in another bowl
- Heat oil in your deep fryer or pot to 365°F.
- Coat each crab:
- Dredge in seasoned flour
- Dip in egg mixture
- Roll again in flour mixture
- Fry the crabs:
- Place carefully in hot oil
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side
- Remove once golden brown
Notes
– For optimal results, maintain oil temperature between 350-375°F
– Let excess egg wash drip off completely before final coating
– Work in batches to avoid overcrowding
– Place fried crabs on a wire rack instead of paper towels to maintain crispiness
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American