INGREDIENTS
Tomatoes:
2 TBSP. olive oil
1 shallot finely chopped
1/2 clove garlic, chopped
3 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 TBSP. fresh basil
2 TBSP. unsalted butter, cut in small pieces
Salt and pepper to taste

Heat olive oil in saute pan; add shallot and garlic.
Cook 2 minutes.
Add tomatoes and basil; stir until juices are released.

Capers:
4 TBSP. capers
Flour for dredging
Peanut oil, 1/4 inch deep

Rinse capers, dry them and sprinkle with flour.
Heat oil; fry capers until light golden brown and crisp.
Drain; discard oil.

Crabs:
8 soft-shell crabs
Milk for dipping
Flour for dredging
Salt and pepper to taste
3 TBSP. peanut oil
Parsley for garnish
4 lemon wedges