Fried Chilli Crabs Recipe

Experience a fiery explosion of flavour with our succulent Fried Chilli Crabs! This recipe features whole crabs, expertly fried to crispy perfection and tossed in a vibrant chilli sauce. A tantalizing dish perfect for a special occasion or a delicious weeknight treat. Get ready for a flavour adventure!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 303 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fried Chilli Crabs

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How to Make Fried Chilli Crabs

  1. Clean the crabs thoroughly, removing any unwanted parts. (approx 10 mins)
  2. Heat 1/2 cup of vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  3. Carefully place the crabs into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of chilli garlic sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of rice wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of ginger paste, and 1/2 teaspoon of sesame oil.
  5. Once the crabs are fried, remove them from the pan and set aside.
  6. Pour off excess oil from the wok, leaving about 1 tablespoon.
  7. Add the chilli sauce mixture to the wok and bring to a simmer.
  8. Return the fried crabs to the wok, coating them evenly in the sauce.
  9. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  10. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve immediately with steamed rice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

23g

Carbs

3g

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