Chilli Plum Crabs

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 14
Tasty Chilli Plum Crabs recipe for a seafood delight
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 medium live blue crabs , uncooked ( about 4 1/2 kilo )
125 ml plum sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 garlic clove , crushed
1 tablespoon fresh ginger , grated
1 tablespoon chili sauce
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
125 ml sweet chili sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
295
Sugar
25g
Fat
13g
Chilli Plum Crabs are a savory Chinese-style dish that features fresh live crabs stir-fried in a sweet and spicy sauce made with plum sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, chili sauce, and peanut and sesame oils. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a delicious and flavorful main course. Serve it hot over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that will transport you to the coastal regions of China.

Instructions

1.Thoroughly rinse the crabs under cold water to clean them, then cut them into quarters.
2.In a small bowl, mix together the plum sauce, oyster sauce, light soy sauce, garlic, ginger, chili sauce, peanut oil, sesame oil, and sweet chili sauce.
3.Heat a large wok over high heat. When the wok is hot, add the crab quarters and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the shells turn orange and the meat is slightly cooked.
4.Add the sauce mixture to the wok, tossing the crabs to coat them evenly. Continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the crabs are fully cooked.
5.Serve the Chilli Plum Crabs hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions if desired.

PROS

The sweet and spicy sauce pairs excellently with the succulent crab meat, creating a satisfying flavor profile.

This seafood dish is rich in protein and essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc.

CONS

Cleaning and cutting the crabs may be messy and difficult for some cooks.

This dish can be pricey as fresh live crabs are required for the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crab meat is a great source of lean protein, vitamins, and minerals like vitamin B12, selenium, and zinc, all of which support healthy brain and immune function.
The chili sauce in this recipe may also have anti-inflammatory properties and assist with pain relief.

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