Florida Stone Crab Claws

Florida Stone Crab Claws are a delightful seafood dish that showcases the sweet, tender meat of the claws, perfect for dipping in a zesty mustard sauce. This dish is not only a taste of Florida's coastal cuisine but also a gluten-free treat that's easy to prepare.

Florida Stone Crab Claws
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Florida stone crab claws - 500 grams
  • Unsalted butter - 50 grams
  • Dijon mustard - 2 tablespoons
  • Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Worcestershire sauce - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic, minced - 1 clove
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Begin by filling a large pot with water and bringing it to a boil. Add the stone crab claws to the boiling water and cook for 8-10 minutes until heated through.
  2. While the claws are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce by melting the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  3. Once melted, remove the butter from heat and whisk in the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, paprika, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  4. After the claws have cooked, remove them from the water and let them cool slightly before serving.
  5. Arrange the stone crab claws on a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with the dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle health.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

Tags

AmericanGluten-FreeSeafood Dish