Fried king crab legs with garlic butter

Instructions:

  • Use scissors/crackers to cut breakdown crab legs and remove meat. Set aside.
  • Discard shells.
  • In a shallow dish, beat eggs and water until blended. Set aside.
  • In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon Old Bay and ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  • Whisk to combine and set aside.
  • In another shallow bowl, whisk together panko, remaining Old Bay seasoning and remaining cayenne pepper. Set aside.
  • Dredge meat in flour mixture on both sides and shake off excess.
  • Dip in egg wash on both sides and allow excess to drip off.
  • Dip in breadcrumb mixture on both sides and press gently to get breading to stick.
  • Fry in 350-375 oil for turning periodically until breading is golden brown (about 4 minutes).
  • Place on paper towel lined plate to drain.

 

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