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Classic Fried Soft-Shell Crab Sandwiches With Lettuce and Tomato Recipe

Classic Fried Soft-Shell Crab Sandwiches With Lettuce and Tomato Recipe
  • Category

    Sandwiches

  • Cusine

    American

Ingredients

4 soft-shell crabs, cleaned and patted dry

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

4 hamburger buns or rolls, split and lightly toasted

Lettuce leaves

Sliced tomatoes

Tartar sauce

Directions

In a large cast iron or stainless steel skillet, preheat about 1/2 inch oil to 350 degrees F . In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup flour with cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, baking powder, and paprika and whisk to combine. Place remaining 1/2 cup flour in a shallow bowl.