Recipe courtesy of Judy Jumonville
Grilled Soft-Shell Crabs
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 6 servings
- Total: 35 min
- Prep: 20 min
- Cook: 15 min
Ingredients
6 to 8 soft-shell crabs
Lemon Butter Sauce, recipe follows
Sliced tomatoes
Mozzarella cheese
Lemon Butter Sauce:
1 pound butter
8 to 10 lemons, juiced
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt
Directions
- Clean crabs by removing gills and cutting off the eyes and mouth.
- Place crabs on pan or aluminum foil. Place on grill over a low fire. Baste the crabs with the Lemon Butter Sauce. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Continue to baste during cooking. Before serving, top each crab with a slice of tomato and a small amount of mozzarella cheese. Allow cheese to melt. Remove from grill. Serve immediately.
Lemon Butter Sauce:
- Add lemon juice and other seasonings. Seasonings may be adjusted for personal taste. Allow to simmer for about 20 minutes.