PAN-SEARED SOFT-SHELL CRABS WITH LEMON, CAPERS, AND OLIVES
Steps:
- Sift the semolina flour and all-purpose flour together and dust the crabs with it. Warm 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a sauté pan large enough to hold the crabs in one layer over medium heat, then add 2 tablespoons of the butter. When the butter has melted, add the crabs and sauté on both sides, seasoning with salt and pepper, until crispy, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the crabs and keep them warm. Add the wine to the sauté pan. When it has evaporated, add two-thirds of the lemon juice, the capers, the rest of the butter, and the chopped parsley. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more, until the sauce is creamy. Pour the remaining lemon juice into a mixing bowl, add ¼ teaspoon salt, and whisk until the salt has dissolved. Add the remaining ¼ cup olive oil and whisk until well mixed. Place the arugula in a salad bowl and add the watercress, lemon wedges, and caper berries. Add the lemon juice-and-oil mixture and mix well. Serve the crabs with the sauce on top and the salad on the side. A South African Chardonnay will play beautifully off the crabmeat and the peppery arugula.
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Taha Arju
[email protected]This dish was amazing! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Marine André
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best soft-shell crab recipe I've ever tried.
Nickie Mulungi
[email protected]This recipe is definitely a keeper. I will be making it again and again.
raymond egde
[email protected]I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a perfect meal.
Marshall Wingard
[email protected]I didn't have any capers or olives on hand, so I used chopped pickles instead. It was still very good.
Tykayla James
[email protected]The crabs were a bit overcooked for my taste. I would cook them for a shorter amount of time next time.
Ifeoma Mozie
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.
Jose blogs tv
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crabs turned out perfectly. The sauce was also very good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.
Dilwale Boy
[email protected]This recipe was a bit challenging for me, but it was worth the effort. The crabs were amazing and the sauce was to die for. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.
Katrƒ´na Balode
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The crabs were very flavorful and the sauce was light and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a delicious and easy seafood dish.
sesar gomez
[email protected]The crabs were perfectly cooked - tender and juicy. The sauce was also very good. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.
Reggie Mua
[email protected]These soft-shell crabs were delicious! The lemon, capers, and olives added a bright and flavorful touch to the crab. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.