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Drunken Crab

A quick and flavorful crab dish with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, ready in about 20 minutes.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
350
Protein
30g
Drunken Crab
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Clean the 2 whole crabs, remove the top shell and gills, and cut each into quarters. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 inch grated ginger, stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Add the crab pieces in a single layer, cut-side down. Cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until the shells turn bright red.

  4. Step 4

    Pour in the 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 cup water. Cover and simmer until the crab is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5-6 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Stir to coat the crab in the sauce, then serve hot with the sauce spooned over.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons

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