spicy fried crab recipe

Spicy Stir-Fried Crab: A Culinary Adventure

Spicy stir-fried crab is a beloved dish that tantalizes taste buds with its bold flavors and tender, succulent meat. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to recreate this restaurant favorite at home.

Ingredients:

- 1 kg live crabs, cleaned and chopped into pieces

- 3-4 dried chilies, deseeded and soaked

- 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced

- 2 tbsp curry paste

- 1 cup coconut milk

- 1 tbsp fish sauce

- 1 tsp sugar

- Handful of basil leaves

- Cooking oil

Instructions:

1. Prep the Crab: Wash crabs thoroughly and pat dry. Mix with a pinch of salt to tenderize.

2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat oil in a wok. Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and lemongrass until fragrant. Add curry paste and dried chilies, cook for 1 minute.

3. Cook the Crab: Increase heat, add crab pieces, and stir-fry until shells turn red (3-4 minutes). Pour in coconut milk, bring to a simmer.

4. Season and Simmer: Add fish sauce and sugar. Cook for 8-10 minutes until crab is tender, stirring occasionally.

5. Finish and Serve: Turn off heat, toss in basil leaves. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: For extra heat, add more chilies or a dash of sriracha. Substitute coconut milk with broth for a lighter version. Enjoy this fiery, aromatic dish that’s perfect for sharing!