Steamed Crab with Spicy Sauce (辣椒蒸蟹)
辣椒蒸蟹 (Steamed Crab with Spicy Sauce) is a classic dish in Jiangsu Cuisine, known for its delicate flavors and spicy kick. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers who enjoy a bit of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
- 2 live crabs, cleaned and halved
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice wine
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Place the crab halves in a heatproof dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice wine, ginger, garlic, red chili peppers, and sugar. Pour this mixture over the crab.
- Steam the crab over high heat for 12-15 minutes, or until the crab is cooked through.
- While the crab is steaming, prepare the sauce by mixing together the vinegar and sesame oil.
- Once the crab is cooked, pour the sauce over the crab and sprinkle with chopped green onions.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 10g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
Supplies
Heatproof dish Steamer
Tools
Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the steamed crab with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Be sure to use live crabs for the freshest flavor, and adjust the amount of red chili peppers to your desired level of spiciness.
Cost
$20