FATTY CRAB'S CHILI CRAB
Matt Lee and Ted Lee snatched this recipe for chili crab from chef Zakary Pelaccio before the first Fatty Crab opened in New York. There are now locations in St. John and Hong Kong. With the restaurant, Pelaccio pays homage to a crab joint he frequented during a seven-month cooking stint in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This recipe calls for blue crabs and spices them up with chili sauce, garlic and ginger among much else. Serve with crab picks, cold beer and many napkins.
Provided by Matt Lee And Ted Lee
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the chili sauce, soy sauce, sugar, rice-wine vinegar, tomato paste and sesame oil with 1 1/4 cups water and reserve.
- Place the shallots, garlic, ginger and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until the mixture becomes a smooth paste. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water.
- Heat the peanut oil in a wok over high heat, and when it shimmers, add the shallot paste and fry for 30 seconds until very fragrant. Add the crabs and 1/3 of the chili sauce, and when the liquid simmers, continue to cook for 2 minutes, shaking the pan to cover the crabs with the sauce.
- Add the remaining chili sauce to the pan, and when it reaches a simmer, turn the heat to medium-low, cover the pan and continue to simmer vigorously about 8 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch paste, and when the liquid in the pan thickens, turn off the heat. Add the egg yolk and stir again to combine. Divide the crabs and sauce among 4 plates, sprinkle with the chopped scallions and serve immediately, with crab picks and many napkins.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 188, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1001 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams
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Abu Haju
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chili crab is so flavorful and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.
XxsupernovaxX
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Sanjana Sanyok
[email protected]This is my favorite chili crab recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.
philip kiptarbei
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chili crab is so flavorful and delicious. I always serve it with steamed rice and vegetables.
Brysten Cooper
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover crab. I usually make it with crab legs, but you could also use crab meat. The chili crab is always a hit with my family.
Zainab Shehzad
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. I love the way the flavors of the chili and crab come together. It's a great dish to serve at a party or potluck.
Logan Verville
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The chili crab is so flavorful and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.
Jonna Seeber
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this dish. The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
starky carrillo
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for chili crab. It's always a hit with my friends and family. I love the way the flavors of the chili and crab come together.
SIGA TURAGAKULA
[email protected]I love this recipe! The chili crab is always a crowd-pleaser. I usually serve it with steamed rice and vegetables.
kate sanni
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Muhammad farqaleet
[email protected]This is the best chili crab I've ever had! The crab was so fresh and succulent, and the sauce was perfectly balanced between spicy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.
Kota
[email protected]What an amazing dish! The flavors of the chili crab were out of this world. The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.