Best, Easiest Soft Shell Crabs

Lay soft shell crabs in a baking dish and cover with milk or buttermilk. Let them sit in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.

Heat frying oil in a large skillet.

Combine cornmeal and spices and spread on a large plate.

Coat soft shell crabs in the cornmeal and spice mixture, making sure to coat the top and bottom. Put them into the hot oil and fry about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown. You may need to fry two at at time depending on skillet size. Also if your soft shells are larger than they may take longer than 3 minutes per side. Don’t over cook them and don’t worry about they being perfectly coated in the cornmeal. Their soft shells form its own crispness once cooked.

When done remove them from the skillet using a slotted spoon or spatula. Lay them on a plate lined with a paper towel to cool and drain excess grease.

Drizzle with lemon juice and enjoy!