Sartin’s Signature Deep Fried BBQ Blue Crabs: Copycat Recipe

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Sartin’s Signature Deep Fried BBQ Blue Crabs: Copycat Recipe

If you’re a seafood lover looking for a taste of Southern tradition, look no further! This copycat recipe for Sartin’s Signature Deep fried BBQ Blue Crabs is perfect. Combining the rich history of Sartin’s Seafood with the bold flavors of zesty seasoning, this dish brings the flavors of a well-loved restaurant straight to your table.

Prep Time30

Cook Time10

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Cajun, Southern

Servings:

Calories: 2824kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Equipment

Deep fryer or large pot
Tongs
Paper towels
Cutting board

Ingredients

16 live blue crabs cleaned
3-4 quarts peanut oil (enough to fill your deep fryer and submerge the crabs completely)
2 cups Bolner’s Fiesta BBQ Crab Seasoning (or Durkee Zestful Seasoning sold in larger quantities)

Instructions

Place live blue crabs on ice for 10 minutes until dormant and easy to handle.
Remove the top shell, mouthparts, gills, and guts under running water. Leave the legs and claws attached.
Coat each cleaned crab generously with Bolner’s Fiesta BBQ Crab Seasoning, ensuring all surfaces are covered.
Fill your deep fryer with peanut oil and heat to 350°F (175°C).
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the seasoned crabs in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry each batch for 3-5 minutes, or until the crabs turn a golden brown. Larger crabs may need more time to cook through.
Remove the crabs from the oil and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot.

Notes

Storage Store any leftover fried crabs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 day.

Freeze This dish is not freezer-friendly.

Reheat Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes until crispy.

Substitutions

Peanut Oil: Can be replaced with another high smoke point oil if needed.
Fiesta BBQ Crab Seasoning: Use a homemade blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper or try the Durkee Zestful seasoning which can be purchased in a larger quantity.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

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