Grilled Soft-Shell Crabs Recipe

Grilled soft-shell crabs offer a delicious smoky flavor, presenting an easy alternative to frying or broiling.

⭐ 4.1 (10 reviews) Prep: 20 minCook: 10 minTotal: 30 minYields: 6 servings

Category Tags:

AppetizerDinnerEntreeLunchSnack

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill to medium-hot (approximately 3 to 4 seconds hand-test).

  2. Rinse crabs under cool water.

  3. Pat crabs dry, then liberally brush with melted butter or oil and place on the hot grill.

  4. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until lightly browned on one side.

  5. Flip, brush with additional butter, and cook the second side for a total of approximately 10 minutes, or until cooked through and browned.

  6. Remove from grill with tongs.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 469 kcal
Carbohydrate: 5 g
Cholesterol: 398 mg
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 67 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Sodium: 1457 mg
Sugar: 0 g
Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g