If you've ever had soft shell crab before ... My personal favorite is to make some fried rice mixed with the tomalley and crab meat and pile it high in a half-shell for a show-stopping plate.

This version, using soft shell crabs, is a compromise – you get all ... The fried garlic topping is delicious when spooned over plain rice or plain congee, to temper the flavour.

Brush crabs with Old Bay butter and season with salt and pepper. Place crabs on grill, shell-side down. Cover grill and cook, 2-3 minutes (depending on size of crabs). Baste crabs with Old Bay ...