Last night, I had soft shell crabs for dinner, pan sauteed and served in a lemon butter sauce, on top of polenta with deep fried spinach on the side. I could not fini, the restaurant served 3 crabs and they were of very good... (0 replies, last updated by sivyaleah October 28, 2007)

Hi all, Just saw this article on soft shell crab and pasta in the New York Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/28/dining/28mini.html And now I have a craving for it. Anyone know where I can buy some in the South Bay area? Thanks. (8 replies, last updated by petitchou May 30, 2008)

A few years ago I bought some at the Dupont Circle Farmers Market. Where have you sighted them? Mama wants soft-shells for Mother’s Day. (1 reply, last updated by Kathy May 12, 2006)

On a mission for soft shell crabs. Great dishes anyone had? Also, how about to buy to cook myself? (19 replies, last updated by rlh June 3, 2006)

The spyder roll (i.e. cooked soft shell crab) served by Yoshi Sushi on route 9 is reasonably good. It’s not as good as anything in Japan (where I’ve been to many times), but, for Albany it’s very good –... (11 replies, last updated by cowgirlinthesand May 21, 2007)

Hey Folks! I am craving soft shell crabs, but hate to cook them myself. Where are your favorites being prepared? I am in Queen Village, so the closer the better. Thanks! (7 replies, last updated by Philly Ray May 21, 2008)

Inspired by a post on the Los Angeles board, assuming I can find them, how do I cook soft shell crab at home? I love them at Japanese restaurants when I go, but I’ve never attempted making them at home. Does anyone have any... (11 replies, last updated by mellycooks October 1, 2006)

I don’t miss much about the east coast, but I do find myself yearning for soft shell crabs this time of year. Any suggestions as to where I can find them (to cook myself) in the Portland area? If not at stores, seen them on... (1 reply, last updated by Hunter June 3, 2002)

Went to Out of the Blue in Somerville Saturday night and my friend had the soft-shell crab special and loved it — and she’s very picky about soft-shell crab — said it was cooked perfectly. Very small... (10 replies, last updated by kellys June 22, 2005)

I am so happy! It’s soft shell crab season again! Cooked these for the first time last year in a simple sautee, with a dusting of flour. Am going to try barbecuing tonight. Any favourite recipes for this once a year treat (or... (3 replies, last updated by bluedog May 31, 2005)

Aguagrill....I had soft shell crab there two weeks ago,with a nice cornmeal crust.It was perfectly cooked and delicious. (2 replies, last updated by M.K. May 11, 2001)

...just as an aside, i think i saw something about doing soft-shell crabs on the grill in the current issue of Cooking Light... peace bro b oh, have you ever had a ‘spider roll’? (i may put that one up on the board 'cause... (4 replies, last updated by TomSwift March 29, 2003)

There is an excellent recipe on epicurious. Since I can’t copy and paste here for you, just go to epicurious.com. The recipe is called 'Soft-Shelled Crabs Meuniere' and it’s from Gourmet magazine, April 2001.... (26 replies, last updated by dlme August 29, 2008)

Thx to JudiAU’s tip for soft shell crabs avail at Fish King in Glendale (CA), we grabbed a couple over the w/end and made delicious sandwiches for brunch on sunday. just dusted the crabs w/ flour and pan fried them in... (2 replies, last updated by fat kitty June 8, 2004)

Mmmm.... had a soft shell crab sandwich for lunch. These suckers at Courthouse are BIG and JUICY. Served on a plain roll with tomato and lettuce, you can get a side of tartar or mayo or lemon to dress it yourself. They cook them... (18 replies, last updated by itaunas April 23, 2008)