*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                       BEER BATTER SOFTSHELL CRABS

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Seafood

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
  12                    Crabs, soft
  12       oz           Beer -- warm
   1 1/4   c            Flour
   2       ts           Salt
   1       t            Paprika
     1/2   ts           Baking powder

  Pour beer in mixing bowl, add flour then remainder of ingredients. Mix
  well. Prepare batter at least 1-1/2 hours before use as it will thicken
  standing. Dust crabs lightly in flour; dip singly in batter. Deep-fry at
  360 degrees for 2-5 minutes depending on size. Crabs should be golden
  brown. Drain and serve.
 


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