SOFT-SHELL CRABS WITH CURRY BUTTER
Fans of soft-shell crab look forward to the season - late spring and early summer - with feverish anticipation. The entire delicious crab is edible and may be prepared in many ways; deep-fried, grilled or pan-cooked. Here they are sautéed in a spicy curry butter, which complements the crabs' rich flavor. (The recipe makes more butter than is needed for this dish, but is wonderful to have on hand. Use extra for cooking vegetables or eggs.) Serve 1 large or 2 small soft-shell crabs per person.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the curry butter: Put the cumin seeds, coriander seeds, fennel seeds and cloves in a dry skillet over medium heat. When spices are lightly toasted and fragrant, after a minute or so, grind them to a powder in a mortar or electric spice mill. Add nutmeg, black pepper, cayenne and turmeric.
- Put butter in a bowl. Add spices, garlic, ginger, salt and lime zest and juice. Mash seasonings into butter with a wooden spoon. Add crushed almonds and scallions, then mix until well incorporated. (May be prepared several hours ahead, or up to 1 day in advance.)
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 tablespoons curry butter, let melt and swirl pan to distribute. Dust crabs lightly with rice flour, if using. When butter is foamy, add crabs in one layer and raise heat. Let crabs cook 3 minutes, then turn, using tongs, and cook 3 minutes on the other side. (Be careful, as crabs may spatter.) Remove crabs and keep warm.
- Add 4 tablespoons curry butter to pan and let sizzle. Add pea shoots and cook briefly until wilted, 1 minute or less.
- Arrange crabs on a warm platter or individual plates. Garnish with wilted pea shoots and lime wedges. Spoon melted curry butter from pan over crabs and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 604, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 30 grams, Sodium 649 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 2 grams
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sojol islan
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy soft-shell crabs.
Ahmed Adem
[email protected]This is a great recipe for summer. It's light and refreshing, and it's perfect for a backyard barbecue.
The_Mechanic216
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be tailored to my own taste. I like my curry butter a little bit spicier, so I add a bit of cayenne pepper.
Audu Ibrahim
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make and always impresses guests.
MD salim Hossan
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the curry butter.
Mohammed Worke
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The curry butter was so flavorful that it made the crab really delicious.
Analy Asdali
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your usual seafood routine. I love that it's something different and unique.
We Uy
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The curry butter is savory and slightly spicy, and it pairs perfectly with the sweet and delicate flavor of the crab.
Emely Toll
[email protected]This is a really affordable recipe, especially if you use frozen crab meat. It's a great way to get a delicious seafood meal without breaking the bank.
SavioRPlayZZ
[email protected]I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it up. I will definitely be making this again.
Harmony Sound
[email protected]This is a great recipe for entertaining guests. It's easy to make and always impresses. I like to serve it with a side of rice and vegetables.
Anthony Miller
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made in one pan. It makes cleanup a breeze. I also love that the curry butter can be made ahead of time, so I can just whip up the crabs when I'm ready to eat.
Isela Lamas
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover crab meat. I made it with some crab that I had leftover from a seafood boil and it turned out great. The curry butter added a lot of flavor to the crab and made it a really special dish.
Imagica Barker
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of curry, but I'm so glad I did! The curry butter was mild and creamy, and it perfectly complemented the delicate flavor of the crab. I'll definitely be making this again.
Abigail Renee
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The crabs are always cooked perfectly and the curry butter is so flavorful. I love that this dish can be made in under 30 minutes, making it a great weeknight meal.
Ashraf Ali
[email protected]This is a really easy recipe to follow, even for a beginner like me. The crabs turned out perfectly and the curry butter was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a complete meal.
prince asraf
[email protected]I love soft-shell crabs, but I've never tried them with curry butter before. This recipe was a game-changer! The curry butter added a wonderful depth of flavor to the crab. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sohail Bangash
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious the crabs were. I will definitely be making this again.
Sunny Bedi
[email protected]These soft-shell crabs with curry butter were an absolute delight! The crab was perfectly cooked, tender and juicy, and the curry butter was a fantastic complement, adding a rich, flavorful layer to the dish. I highly recommend trying this recipe!