- 8 soft-shell crabs, cleaned
- ½ cup flour
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- oil for frying
Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper and cayenne in a large bowl. Dredge crabs in the mixture.
In a large skillet, heat oil to 375° F. Cook until reddish-brown, about 5 minutes. Use tongs or spatula to turn. Cook until done, about 5 more minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Contributed by Joyce Taylor