1 pound crabmeat
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place crabmeat in oil and cook 5 minutes on each side. Remove crab from pan and place in a large bowl.
Heat 4 tablespoons margarine or butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Coat crab with margarine and place in the pan. Cook until browned and seasoned with paprika, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan, cool, and cut into bite size pieces.