Cajun Soft Shell Crabs on Buns

Spicy Sandwiches

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  soft shelled crabs, cleaned
• 1  cup milk
• 3⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter
• 4  whole grain buns, toasted
• 2  scallions, thinly sliced
•  mayonnaise, cajun (optional)

Directions

1. Soak the prepared crabs in the milk for 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder and cayenne in a bag and shake well.
3. Remove the crabs from the milk and shake them, one at a time, in the bag of seasoned flour. After removing from the bag, shake off any excess flour.
4. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute the crabs, 2 at a time until crispy and browned, 4 - 5 minutes per side.
5. Transfer them to paper towels to drain.
6. Spread each toasted bun with cajun mayonnaise if desired. Sprinkle with scallions on the bottom half and top with the crab.