Eastern Shore Soft Crabs

Bacon adds a lovely crispiness to the tender soft-shelled crabs, and the pancake mix gives a surprising sweetness to offset the saltiness of the bacon.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 319 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup pancake mix
• 4 soft shell blue crabs
• 4 slices center-cut bacon

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Wrap each crab with a slice of bacon, then dip it into the eggs followed by the pancake mix.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the bacon-wrapped crab into the skillet, and cook, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 5 to 7 minutes on each side.