Broiled Soft Shell Crabs

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, melted and divided
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
• 8 dressed soft-shell crabs
• 1 tablespoon water
• Chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

1. Combine 1/4 cup melted butter, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small mixing bowl; stir well, and set aside.
2. Place crabs, back side up, in a shallow baking pan; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Add water and remaining 1/4 cup melted butter to pan.
3. Broil crabs 4 inches from heating element 3 minutes on each side or until crabs are lightly browned and crab legs are crisp.
4. Transfer crabs to a warm serving platter. Garnish with parsley, and serve with reserved butter sauce.