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                      BEER BATTER SOFTSHELL CRABS

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

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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 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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