Broiled Soft-Shell Crabs
- Total Time
- 15 minutes
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Ingredients
- 8soft-shell crabs, cleaned
- Salt
- 2tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, optional
- 2lemons, quartered
Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)
108 calories; 7 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 4 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 1 gram sugars; 8 grams protein; 211 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Heat broiler, placing rack just beneath the heat source. Heat a large nonstick roasting pan under broiler for about 10 minutes.
- Step 2
Place crabs, top shell up, in heated pan. Broil until firm and lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Drizzle lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and serve with lemon wedges.
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I do four crabs at a time in a preheated 12-in. iron skillet just as directed. No other cooking method is necessary. Larger crabs take six minutes to be hot all the way through.
My new favorite way for soft-shells. More crab flavor than pan fried ever had. Super easy and lots less mess than pan fried.
This is simple and easy. To finish it, I mix 2 Tbsp finely chopped parsley or basil into 1/3 cup good quality olive oil with a good pinch of salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon and drizzle on top of finished crabs. Serve with boiled potatos and salad or quick sautéed spinach with garlic.
What a simple, delicious preparation! This recipe is a keeper. Cooked for one minute longer than directed and it was perfect.