CRAB FRIED RICE
As a young chef just starting out in New York, I had limited time and money. One of my favorite things to do on my rare days off was to Rollerblade down to Chinatown and explore the amazing ingredients in the markets. While I was there, I would usually get a bowl of fried rice, which was warm, comforting, and filling. In those days, I couldn't afford to get it with a luxe ingredient like crab--I added that later on. By including it in a simple bowl of fried rice, I'm reminded how one special ingredient can make an ordinary dish extraordinary.
Provided by Marcus Samuelsson
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When it shimmers, add the garlic, ginger, lemongrass, curry leaves, sausage, and curry powder and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until very fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir until all the rice is separated into grains. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Combine the soy sauce, sambal oelek, sugar, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small cup, then add it to the rice. Cook, stirring, for another minute.
- Pour the eggs over the rice and let them sit for about a minute. Stir the eggs into the rice and turn off the heat (you're not making scrambled eggs; you just want the eggs to make the rice creamy).
- Fold in the scallions and half of the crabmeat. Let sit for another minute. Taste the rice and season it with salt and pepper or more soy sauce.
- Spoon the rice onto a platter. Scatter the remaining crab and the cilantro over the top and garnish with the lime wedges. Set out a plate of lettuce leaves so you can spoon rice into the leaves, wrap, and enjoy.
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Kaylee Anderson
[email protected]This crab fried rice was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for future gatherings.
samaria kyegombe
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab fried rice turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more soy sauce to taste. Other than that, this recipe is a keeper!
P Money
[email protected]This was the best crab fried rice I've ever had! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the crab was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Chengeto Mvundura
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this crab fried rice was delicious! The crab flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if you're not a fan of seafood.
Chika Bae
[email protected]This crab fried rice is so easy to make and it turned out amazing! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Yelitza Malave
[email protected]I'm a big fan of crab fried rice and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The flavors are perfect and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Joana Voca
[email protected]This crab fried rice is a great way to use up leftover crab. It's also a great meal to prepare ahead of time and reheat for lunch or dinner later in the week.
UR USMAN
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab fried rice turned out perfect. The rice was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
georges kassis
[email protected]This is the best crab fried rice recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Rita irfan
[email protected]I highly recommend this crab fried rice recipe. It's easy to make, delicious, and a great way to use up leftover crab.
Zed Main
[email protected]This crab fried rice is so flavorful and satisfying. It's a great meal for a cold night or for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Bendict Archibong
[email protected]I've made this crab fried rice several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests or to enjoy a delicious meal at home.
Mercades Galindo
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses real crab meat. It makes a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
John Gault
[email protected]This crab fried rice is a great way to use up leftover crab. It's also a great meal to prepare ahead of time and reheat for lunch or dinner later in the week.
Surendra Karki
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The crab fried rice turned out great and I'm so happy with how it came out. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Joseph Brooks
[email protected]This crab fried rice was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for future gatherings.
Peter Abiodun
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the crab fried rice turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more soy sauce to taste. Other than that, this recipe is a keeper!
Mensah George
[email protected]This was the best crab fried rice I've ever had! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the crab was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Md Alom
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this crab fried rice was delicious! The crab flavor was subtle and not overpowering, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if you're not a fan of seafood.
Jawwad Ali
[email protected]This crab fried rice was so easy to make and it turned out amazing! The flavors were perfect and the rice was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.