Crab And Dumpling Delight
Crab and Dumpling Delight is a popular dish in Trinidad and Tobago, known for its flavorful crab filling and soft, pillowy dumplings. This recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers and those looking to experience the delicious flavors of Trinidad and Tobago cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 lb crab meat
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 hot pepper, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the crab meat, onion, garlic, hot pepper, chives, cilantro, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper to form the filling.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and water to form a soft dough for the dumplings.
- Divide the dough into small balls and flatten each ball into a circle.
- Place a spoonful of the crab filling in the center of each dough circle, then fold the edges to seal and form dumplings.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the dumplings until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the dumplings from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the crab and dumplings hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Frying pan Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Stove Paper towels
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the crab and dumplings with a side of spicy pepper sauce for an extra kick of flavor.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be sure to seal the dumplings tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during frying.
Cost
$20