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Soft-Shell Crabs to Enchant Your Tastebuds

Soft Shell Crabs - (PRIME)

Soft Shell Crabs - (PRIME)
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5 - 5 ½ inches One of Americas favorite seafood delicacies. Caught just after shedding their hard outer shell (called "molting"), our crabs are carefully selected for their superior quality and size. The soft shells crabs are cleaned, frozen and ready to be prepared to your liking.

 

 

 

Our soft shell crabs are cleaned and ready to cook.

  • - Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • - Next combine salt and flour in one bowl and 2 eggs beaten in another.
  • - Dip your soft shell in the egg bath then coat with the flour mixture or a soft shell batter.
  • - Place the crabs in the oil and let cook for approximately 4 minutes on each side.
  • - The shell will turn red and crisp and the batter a golden brown. Place the soft shell on a paper towel covered plate to absorb any extra oil.
  • - Serve as a sandwich or as a main course meal.

 

A crab becomes a soft shell when it goes through a molting phase. This means the crab is forming a new larger soft shell under its hard shell. The crab then sheds the hard shell and becomes a soft shell. Crabs only stay a soft shell for a few hours which make it more difficult to catch soft shells. Soft shells are in season May through October but you can get them frozen all year long.

Prime Soft Shell Crabs

When it comes to indulging in the finest seafood, few options can compete with the delicate and exquisite prime soft shell crabs. If you've been on a quest to discover what makes these crabs so special, you've come to the right place. Let’s dive deep into the world of prime soft shell crabs, understanding what sets them apart, and exploring the delightful culinary possibilities they offer.

What Are Prime Soft Shell Crabs?

Prime soft shell crabs belong to the family of blue crabs, known for their exceptional taste and versatility. What distinguishes them from the ordinary is the recent molting process. Soft shell crabs, in general, are blue crabs that have shed their hard outer shell, leaving behind a tender and entirely edible delicacy. However, "prime" in this context refers to crabs that have most recently molted, making them the cream of the crop.

One of the defining characteristics of prime soft shell crabs is, of course, their soft shell, which allows for various cooking methods, making them a culinary delight. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an amateur cook, these crabs offer endless opportunities to explore new flavors and textures. Try them on sandwich buns, whip up spider rolls or other popular sushi rolls, or enjoy your soft shell crabs served atop salads. Whatever you end up doing, you'll love this seafood specialty.

Cooking Soft Shell Crabs to Perfection

Thaw: If your prime soft shell crabs are frozen, allow them to thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours. This ensures their soft shells are ready for cooking.

Heat Oil and Butter: In a pan, heat some oil and a bit of butter until it sizzles. This combination of oil and butter not only adds flavor to this delectable delicacy but also ensures a perfect golden brown exterior on each softshell crab.

Sear to Perfection: Carefully place each crab into the pan and cook them until they attain that desirable golden brown hue. Pan-searing the soft shell allows for a quick and even heat distribution, locking in the crab's delicious flavor.

Serve Creatively: While most typically blue crabs are deep fried, cooking softshell crabs opens up a world of culinary opportunities. Whether you savor this flavorful white meat in a main course or enjoy them served atop salads, the possibilities are endless with soft crabs!

Choose Harbour House for Superior Seafood!

Now that we've uncovered what makes prime soft shell crabs so extraordinary, it's time to enjoy them fresh. Harbour House Crabs, your trusted online seafood retailer, specializes in bringing you the finest seafood, including prime soft shell crabs, right to your doorstep. Their commitment to quality ensures that you receive individually wrapped, flash-frozen crabs that are ready to be prepared at your convenience.

Harbour House Crabs takes pride in sourcing the best, most flavorful crabs available. Their dedication to delivering a premium seafood experience aligns perfectly with the essence of prime soft shell crabs.

Enjoy Fresh Soft Shell Crab & More From Harbour House Today

Prime soft shell crabs are a culinary treasure every seafood lover should explore. With their unique soft shell, recently molted to perfection, they offer a dining experience like no other. Whether you enjoy pan searing them as a main course, trying them in popular sushi rolls, or experimenting with seafood medleys on sandwich buns, you'll love the flavorful white meat that these crabs have to offer!

When you source your crab meat from Harbour House Crabs, you're ensuring the highest quality, convenience, and a world of culinary possibilities. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the finest, individually wrapped, flash-frozen crabs from the comfort of your own kitchen. Order freshly frozen soft shell or large hard shell crabs today, and taste the Chesapeake Bay anywhere, anytime!