Soy-Marinated Crab
Raw crab legs bathed in a salty-sweet soy marinade with ginger, garlic, and chili. Spoon the briny sauce over steamed rice for a TikTok-famous Korean banchan that tastes like fine dining.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 32g
Ingredients
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Step 1
If using live crab, freeze for 15 minutes to numb. Cut each leg into 2–3 segments.
Step 2
Stir soy sauce, ginger, garlic, chili flakes, and sesame oil in a large bowl.
Step 3
Add crab segments and toss gently to coat. Cover and chill for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer to a serving dish with all the marinade, spooning extra sauce on top.
Step 5
Serve immediately with steamed rice and chopsticks, drinking the sauce between bites.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- large mixing bowl
- spoon
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