Dungeness Crab in Black Bean Sauce

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 4
Dungeness Crab in Black Bean Sauce with Spicy Jalapeños
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup peanut oil
2 dungeness crabs , clean and cracked
3 tablespoons black bean paste , Chinese
1 tablespoon fresh garlic , minced
4 tablespoons fresh ginger , minced
1 stalk green onion , minced
2 cups water
1/8 cup oyster sauce
1/4 cup shaoxing wine
1 tablespoon sugar
roux , cornstarch
2 stalks green onions , minced
2 jalapeno peppers , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
380
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
Dungeness Crab in Black Bean Sauce is a popular and authentic Chinese seafood dish. Fresh crabs are stir-fried in a rich and savory black bean sauce with minced garlic, ginger, and green onions. The dish is then spiced up with sliced jalapeños for an extra kick. It is typically served hot over steamed rice or noodles as the main course. Dungeness Crab is a delicacy that is native to the West Coast of North America and is harvested by local fishermen in the Pacific Northwest. Its sweet and succulent meat is highly prized by seafood lovers all over the world.

Instructions

1.Heat peanut oil in a large wok or saucepan over high heat. Add crabs and stir fry for 3-5 minutes until cooked.
2.Remove crabs and set aside. In the same wok, add black bean paste, minced garlic, minced ginger and green onion. Stir fry for 1-2 minutes.
3.Add water, oyster sauce, shaoxing wine, and sugar, and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch to thicken the sauce.
4.Return crabs to the wok and stir to evenly coat with the sauce. Add in minced green onions and sliced jalapeños.
5.Serve hot over rice.

PROS

Dungeness Crab is a delicious, tender and flavorful seafood that pairs well with black bean sauce.
The dish is spicy, savory, and easy to cook.
Crab is an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals such as zinc and selenium.

CONS

Some people may find it difficult to crack the crab to remove the meat.
The dish is high in sodium and cholesterol due to the sauce and the crab meat.
People with shellfish allergy should avoid it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dungeness Crab is low in fat and calories while high in protein and nutrients such as vitamin B12, phosphorus, and copper. Omega-3 fatty acids in crab are beneficial for heart health and brain function. The black bean sauce contains antioxidants and beneficial compounds that may improve digestion and immune function. Jalapeños are high in vitamin C and capsaicin, which can help boost metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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