Spicy Crab

Spicy Crab

Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of this irresistible stir-fried crab dish, a perfect blend of heat and umami. Fresh crab is marinated in Shaoxing wine and ginger to eliminate any fishy taste, then stir-fried to perfection with aromatic scallions, garlic, and fiery pickled chili peppers. The dish gets its depth from fermented chili paste, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, while a touch of old vinegar and Sichuan pepper powder adds a tantalizing kick. Crisp bamboo shoots and fragrant Dai-style parsley round out the texture and flavor, creating a mouthwatering harmony. Quick and easy to prepare, this spicy crab stir-fry is a standout dish that’s sure to impress—perfect for spice lovers craving a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve hot and enjoy the explosive taste!

15 Minutes
Advanced
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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crab
500g

The aromatics

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scallions
2 stalks
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ginger
30g (thinly sliced)
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garlic
3 cloves
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bamboo shoots
100g (canned/dried)

The sauce & seasonings

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pickled chili peppers
2-3 pieces
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fermented chili paste
1 tbsp
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Shaoxing wine
2 tbsp
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soy sauce
1 tbsp
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oyster sauce
1 tbsp
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old vinegar
1 tbsp
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thirteen spices
1 tsp
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Sichuan pepper powder
0.5 tsp
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konjac
50g
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chicken essence
1 tsp
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Dai-style parsley
1 small bunch

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Clean the crab and cut it open, then use the back of a knife to gently tap the crab claws to help them absorb flavor. Marinate the crab in Shaoxing wine and ginger slices for 15 minutes to remove the fishy smell.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Prepare seasonings and ingredients according to personal taste, adjusting the amount as needed.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Heat oil in a wok, add the marinated crab, and stir-fry until the color changes. Remove the crab from the wok, leaving some oil behind.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Add scallions, ginger, garlic, pickled chili peppers, and fermented chili paste to the wok, stir-frying until fragrant. Then add soy sauce, oyster sauce, old vinegar, thirteen spices, Sichuan pepper powder, and konjac, and stir-fry.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add the crab back into the wok, add an appropriate amount of water, and stir-fry for a few minutes.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Add bamboo shoots and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add Dai-style parsley and chicken essence, and prepare to serve.

8. Step 8

Step 8
Dish out and serve, the spicy and delicious crab is now ready.

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