Soft-shell crabs: what a great invention. Soft-shell crabs are blue crabs ... are recipes for broiling, but these are to be tried only after you’ve had your absolute fill of fried).

This dish really highlights one of the crowned jewels of the Chesapeake Bay: the blue crab. This recipe has a very high ratio of crab to sauce, making it very decadent and a crowd-pleaser.

until crisp and deep golden brown, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beignets to paper towel–lined plate; season with salt. Repeat process with remaining crab mixture and batter ...

Andrew Zimmern Recipe Fried Soft Crabs with Herbed Mayo Posted: April 9, 2025 | Last updated: April 29, 2025 The Maryland blue crab is renowned for its sweet and succulent meat, and I love ...

NOW IS the time of year when blue crabs ... are often deep-fried to highlight that crisp shell. Too much breading or batter can mask their innate crabbiness, however. Soft-shell crabs can also ...

Chop the main body into four pieces. Heat both of the oils in a wok or large deep frying pan. Add the crab claws, legs and body pieces and cook over a high heat with the lid on for 5 minutes.