INGREDIENTS
12 soft shell crabs
Marinade:
1 cup salad oil
2 TBSP. white vinegar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. tarragon leaves
1 tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning
1 tsp. lemon juice
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
Mix ingredients together.
Let stand several hours at room temperature to let the flavors blend before using.
Makes 1 cup.
DIRECTIONS
Liberally baste bottom side of crabs with marinade and carefully place, bottom-side down, on barbecue grill.
Grill over slow fire, at least 12 inches from coals for 5 minutes.
Liberally baste top of crabs with marinade, turn carefully, and grill 5 more minutes.
Serves 6.