Crispy Fried Shandong Style Soft-shell Crab
Crispy Fried Shandong Style Soft-Shell Crab is a delicious and popular dish in Shandong Cuisine, known for its crispy texture and savory flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 soft-shell crabs
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the soft-shell crabs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow dish, mix the cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each crab into the beaten eggs, then coat with the cornstarch mixture.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the crabs in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the crabs from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the crispy fried soft-shell crabs hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Skillet Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Knife Shallow dish
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the crabs to ensure a crispy texture.
Cost
$20