Homemade Soft Shell Crab Sandwiches [Recipe]

Craving a taste of the Chesapeake? Learn how to whip up mouthwatering soft shell crab sandwiches at home, no trip to Annapolis required!

There’s nothing quite like a good soft shell crab, and living near the Maryland coastline means I can access some of the country’s best. But proximity doesn’t always mean I want to trek to Annapolis every time a craving hits. So, it’s time to master the art of making a soft-shell crab sandwich at home.

Soft shell crabs are one of those culinary delights that, if you know, you know. These blue crabs, caught just after they’ve molted their hard shell, are a seasonal treasure. With soft-shell crabs—you eat the whole thing, legs and all, as the shell is tender and fully edible.

Learning to make soft shell crab sandwiches is a game-changer for seafood lovers. Watch the video below to learn how to create your own sandwich at home. In just a few steps, you’ll master a coastal classic, bringing the taste of the Chesapeake Bay right to your kitchen.