fried crab with ginger and onions

How to Cook Stir-Fried Crab with Ginger and Scallions

Stir-fried crab with ginger and scallions is a beloved Cantonese dish, celebrated for its fresh, briny flavor and aromatic spices. Here’s a simple guide to recreate this restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients:

- 1 live crab (around 1.5 lbs), cleaned and cut into pieces

- 3 tbsp cooking oil

- 4 sliced garlic cloves

- 1 tbsp minced ginger

- 3 chopped scallions (white and green parts separated)

- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine

- 1 tsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce

- ½ tsp sugar

- Salt to taste

- Sesame oil (for finishing)

Steps:

1. Prep the Crab: Rinse the crab pieces, pat dry, and lightly coat with starch to lock in juices.

2. Stir-Fry Aromatics: Heat oil in a wok over high heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, and white scallion parts until fragrant.

3. Cook the Crab: Add crab pieces, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until shells turn red. Pour in Shaoxing wine and let it sizzle.

4. Season: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Pour over the crab, tossing to coat evenly. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking.

5. Finish: Stir in green scallion parts. Drizzle with sesame oil, adjust salt, and cook for 1 more minute. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Tips: Use live crabs for the best flavor. For extra heat, add a sliced chili. Enjoy the sweet, savory, and gingery goodness in every bite!