Crab and Rice Cake

Crab and Rice Cake

Crispy Fried Crab with Rice Cakes is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender crab with chewy rice cakes in a savory, slightly sweet glaze. The crab is expertly cut, coated in mashed sweet potato powder for a crispy texture, and fried to golden perfection. Paired with stir-fried rice cakes, this dish is infused with aromatic ginger and scallions, then simmered in a rich blend of soy sauce and cooking wine for deep umami flavor. A touch of sugar balances the dish, creating a glossy, irresistible coating. Quick frying locks in the crab’s natural sweetness, while the rice cakes soak up the delicious sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch and bold flavors in every bite. Garnished with fresh scallions, it’s a stunning and delicious meal that’s sure to impress!

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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crab
1 medium crab (about 200g)
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rice cake
150g (about 1.5 pieces)

The aromatics

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scallions
2 stalks (about 30g)
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sweet potato powder
1 tbsp (about 15g)

The sauce & seasonings

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ginger
1 tsp sliced (about 5g)

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Wash the crab clean.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Cut the rice cake into long slices.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Prepare ginger slices, scallions and mashed sweet potato powder.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Use a knife to cut the crab from the back (this requires quick action, one cut).

5. Step 5

Step 5
Heat oil in a pot to 50% heat, coat the cut crab with mashed sweet potato powder and put it in the pot.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Fry until the crab changes color and then take it out.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Then fry the rice cake in oil and take it out.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Leave the bottom oil, add ginger slices and stir-fry to bring out the fragrance.

9. Step 9

Step 9
First, put the crab back in the pot and add cooking wine.

10. Step 10

Step 10
Then add the rice cake and soy sauce.

11. Step 11

Step 11
Add boiling water, cover and cook until the crab is cooked.

12. Step 12

Step 12
Open the lid, add sugar, stir-fry evenly until the sauce is dry, then turn off the heat and take it out.

13. Step 13

Step 13
Sprinkle scallions on top and serve.

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