Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs Recipe

Dive into the deliciousness of the Jersey Shore with this incredible Garlic Crab recipe! A little effort goes a long way in creating this flavorful masterpiece. Customize the garlic to your liking – the more, the merrier! If you're not comfortable handling crabs, ask your fishmonger for a helping hand. Serve this delectable dish over linguine with a vibrant green salad for a complete and unforgettable meal. Get ready for a taste of the coast!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 400.6 kcal
Protein 51g
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Ingredients for Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs

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How to Make Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs

  1. Clean crabs by covering them with 1 quart of slightly hot (not boiling) water.
  2. Leave crabs in the hot water for 5 minutes to anesthetize them.
  3. Remove the back shell and lungs from each crab. Rinse thoroughly under cold water.
  4. In a large saucepan or spaghetti pot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1/3 cup of minced garlic.
  5. Sauté over low heat for 1 minute.
  6. Add 6 crabs and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano to the pot.
  7. Sauté for 1 minute, toss gently, and add 1/3 of a (14.5 oz) can of crushed tomatoes.
  8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 two more times until all crabs are added (about 18 crabs total).
  9. Add 1/2 cup of dry white wine or clam broth.
  10. Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
  11. Remove the cooked crabs from the pot and place them on a serving platter.
  12. Juice 1 lemon into the pot and add the remaining oregano (1 teaspoon).
  13. Pour the sauce over the crabs on the platter.
  14. Serve immediately over linguine pasta and alongside a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

14g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs?

Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs?

Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs has approximately 400.6 calories per serving, with about 51 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs?

The key ingredients for Jersey Shore Garlic Crabs are Live Blue Crabs, Dried Oregano, Garlic Cloves, Olive Oil, Chopped Tomatoes, White Wine. See the full list with measurements above.

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