From North KalimantanFish & Seafood
Crispy Fried Soft-Shell Crab
Kepiting Soka Goreng Tepung
Soft-shell crab from Tarakan's ponds, battered and fried until crisp so it can be eaten whole, shell and all.
- Time
- 30 min
- Serves
- 4 people
- Origin
- North Kalimantan
- Type
- Fish & Seafood
Ingredients
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Coating
To serve
How to Make
Clean the crabs, removing the gills and mouth parts. Season with lime, salt, pepper and garlic powder.
Leave 15 minutes.
Dip in egg, then roll in the flour mixture. Repeat once for extra crunch.
Fry in hot oil until golden.
Drain and serve hot with sambal.
Kitchen tip
Soft-shell crab is eaten whole. Choose fully frozen crabs so the shells stay soft.
Questions
Where does Crispy Fried Soft-Shell Crab come from?
Kepiting Soka Goreng Tepung is a traditional dish from North Kalimantan (capital: Tanjung Selor), in the Kalimantan (Borneo) region of Indonesia.
How long does Crispy Fried Soft-Shell Crab take to make?
It takes about 30 min in total to make 4 servings, including preparation.
What is the secret to a good Crispy Fried Soft-Shell Crab?
Soft-shell crab is eaten whole. Choose fully frozen crabs so the shells stay soft.