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How To Cook Delicious Stone Crabs for Your Next Dinner

VWB Blog 2 years ago 9

Stone crabs have started to make their way towards the shores in Florida, giving people the chance to enjoy their delicious, flavorful meat this winter season. But if it’s your first time, stone crabs can seem intimidating.

How do you eat them? How do you get to the meat? Are they really worth the money you will be spending on them?

Yes, they are, and we will show you how to cook delicious stone crabs right now.

Ways To Cook Stone Crabs For Your Next Dinner

You can buy stone crabs from your local outlets, but deciding on how to prepare them can be a challenge. Here are some stone crab recipes we suggest you consider.

Boiled Stone Crabs

Boiling is a delicious and easy way to cook stone crabs. All you need is a large pot of boiling water, a crab shell, and a pair of tongs.

First, put the crab shell into the boiling water and let it cook for about 10 minutes. Then, use the tongs to remove the shell from the water and dispose of it. Next, put the stone crab into the boiling water and let it cook for 3-5 minutes.

Finally, remove the crab from the water and enjoy your delicious stone crab dinner!

Steamed Stone Crabs

When steaming stone crabs, it is important to use a good quality steamer. A steamer basket helps to keep the crabs from sticking to the bottom of the pot and allows for even cooking.

To steam stone crabs, start by boiling water in a large pot. Then, add Old Bay seasoning and crab shells to the pot and let them cook for about 10 minutes. Next, add the stone crabs to the pot and let them cook for 8-10 minutes.

Once they’re cooked, remove them from the pot and serve with butter and lemon.

Baked Stone Crabs

One way to cook stone crabs is to bake them. This can be done by adding some seasonings to the crabs before baking them in an oven.

First, preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Next, place the crab claws on a baking sheet covered in foil. You will then season the crab claws with your choice of seasoning.

We suggest Old Bay or garlic powder. Once you have seasoned the crab claws, bake them in the oven for 12-15 minutes. Once they have finished baking, enjoy your delicious and healthy meal!

Grilled Stone Crabs

Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. Then, soak your stone crabs in salt water for about 20 minutes. Next, place the crabs on the grill, shell-side down, and cook for about 10 minutes. Finally, remove the crabs from the grill and enjoy!

Sauté Stone Crabs

To prepare the stone crab claws, first, remove the small piece of the shell near the crab’s elbow. Then, using a mallet or the back of a large knife, crack the crab’s claws open. Be careful not to damage the meat inside the crab’s claws.

Next, melt butter in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add garlic to the pan and saute until fragrant. Add the stone crab claws to the pan and saute for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.

Remove the stone crab claws from the pan and drizzle with lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Impress Everyone at Your Next Crab Dinner

If you’re looking for a delicious, seafood dinner option, you can’t go wrong with stone crabs. By following these simple steps, you’ll have a delicious seafood meal that your whole family will enjoy.

So, get cooking!

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