Soft Shell Crabs with Scallions

Directions

Clean soft shell crabs, wash and pat dry.

In a medium skillet, heat the oil until hot.

Add the garlic and cook, uncovered, until it begins to take on color.

Add the tomatoes, scallions, mint and hot pepper flakes, cover and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally for five minutes.

Add the wine, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add the crabs, and salt to taste, cover and simmer for about 8 minutes in all (four minutes on each side).

Serve the crabs at once on heated plates.

Makes two servings.