Chilli Crab Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Chilli Crab sauce recipe, originally sourced from a 1996 crab festival program! This versatile sauce is perfect for coating succulent crab, chicken, fish, or beef. Simmer your protein of choice in this spicy, sweet, and savory sauce until tender, then serve over fluffy rice with your favorite vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. A family favorite with a rich history!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 348.9 kcal
Protein 89g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
Chilli Crab

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chilli Crab

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How to Make Chilli Crab

  1. In a large wok or skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, saute for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add diced protein (crab, chicken, fish, or beef) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in tomato paste, chicken broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chilli garlic sauce, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry.
  5. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce has thickened.
  6. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the Chilli Crab sauce over cooked rice. Top with assorted vegetables and garnish with sliced green onions.
  8. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g

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