SCALLION GINGER CANTONESE CRAB
I don't claim that this Scallion Ginger Cantonese crab is an easy recipe to make, but follow these step-by-step directions and you'll be in for a real treat. This recipe tutorial will teach you how to prepare live crab for this iconic Cantonese crab dish.
Provided by Bill
Categories Fish and Seafood
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Clean and prep the crabs for cooking (see step-by-step instructions within this post).
- Take each of the crab halves and lightly dredge each large piece in a light coating of flour. Transfer to a clean plate along with the claws and shells. Sprinkle the remaining flour over the crab pieces.
- Heat a wok with 4 tablespoons of oil, spreading the oil around the wok so it heats evenly. You know you have reached the right temperature when you start to see just a little (not a lot!) of smoke on the sides of the wok. Now quickly place each of the large pieces of crab in the oil and spread the claws and shells around the outside portion of the wok. Next, quickly tilt the wok around in a circle to get the oil spread around to all of the crab pieces, keeping the heat on high. After another 15 seconds of this, use a spatula and roll the pieces around the oil for another 15 seconds. Turn off the heat and remove to a plate or small sheet pan.
- Clean the wok, add 2 tablespoons of oil and toss in the ginger pieces until they are just starting to caramelize (15 seconds) and then add half of the scallions - use the white pieces for this step.
- Keep the heat on high and move quickly to add the crab to wok and toss the crab around with your spatula to get some good sizzle. After about 10 seconds, add the wine in a circle around the pan and immediately cover the wok and turn the heat down to medium. Let the crab cook for 2-3 minutes. During this process, it is best to hold the cover and tilt the wok so the liquid hits the hot sides of the wok and you hear and see a sizzle generating that elusive "wok hay" flavor. If you have no sizzle, the heat is too low.
- Remove the cover and spread the rest of the scallions over the crab. Add the sugar, white pepper and soy sauce. Give everything a good mix for another 10 seconds. Plate and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 1051 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GINGER SCALLION DUNGENESS CRAB STIR FRY
Ginger scallion crab is a classic Cantonese dish that I've enjoyed my entire life. Although many restaurants have their own version, nothing has ever come close to the one my dad makes. Like an artist, he spent years perfecting his technique to find the delicate balance between the sweetness of Dungeness crab, kick from fresh ginger coins and exact consistency of the slurry that coats the crab as it simmers for the final minutes. I promise it's even better than a restaurant! When I was younger, I would help smash the garlic cloves and whisk the sauce together. As I got older, I moved on to prepping the aromatics and even cleaning the crab. But the day I learned to cook it by myself for my dad is one I'll cherish forever. He took one bite and I knew it was a success. I hope when you make this recipe in your home, you can taste the work we've both put into this family favorite meal.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Remove the top shells from the crabs. Halve each crab body and cut each half into 2 pieces. Using a meat mallet or the back of a chef's knife, gently smash the claws to break up the shell slightly. Transferred the crab body pieces to a colander set over a large bowl. Place the top shells and claws on a plate.
- Separate the scallion whites and greens. Split the scallion whites lengthwise, cut into 2-inch pieces and place in a small bowl. Cut the remaining scallion greens into 2-inch pieces and place in another small bowl.
- Make the sauce. Whisk the oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper and 1/2 cup water in a medium bowl until combined. Set aside.
- Shake off the excess liquid from the crab pieces in the colander over the sink. Reserve the large bowl. Transfer half of the crab pieces to a large plate and set aside.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cornstarch over the crab pieces in the colander and toss until coated completely. Place the colander over the reserved large bowl. Wait to coat the remaining crab until the first batch is frying to prevent the cornstarch from becoming too thick.
- Fill a wok or high-sided large skillet a little less than halfway (about 3 inches) with canola oil and heat over high until shimmering. Carefully add the coated crab to the oil. Fry until the crab legs begin to turn orange and the cornstarch coating is translucent, about 2 minutes. Meanwhile, transfer the crab pieces on the plate to the colander. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cornstarch, toss to coat and set aside. Wash your hands, then use a slotted spoon or spider to transfer the fried crab pieces to a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining crab.
- Remove all but 3 tablespoons of oil from the wok and reduce the heat to medium high. Add the garlic, ginger and scallion whites. Gently stir-fry until the garlic and ginger are golden brown and the scallion whites soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the claws and all of the crab pieces and toss with a wooden spoon or metal spoon. Add the Shaoxing wine and cook until reduced slightly, about 15 seconds. Add the oyster sauce mixture, scallion greens and 1/2 cup water. Toss again until well combined. Place the reserved crab top shells, hard side-up, on top in the wok and cover. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until the crab is vibrant orange and fully cooked through, about 8 minutes (see Cook's Note).
- Meanwhile, mix the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch with 1 1/2 teaspoons water in a small bowl. Remove the lid and drizzle the slurry on the crab. Toss again, increase the heat and bring to a full boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer to a platter and serve warm with white rice.
IMITATION CRAB STIR-FRY
This is a filling, tasty dish. Perfect for those who are watching their waistlines and are tired of bland cuisine.
Provided by MAWs Kitchen
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare all fresh veggies and place into individual bowls.
- Sprinkle a pinch of ground ginger and salt on onions, cauliflower, cabbage, snow peas and tomatoes.
- Coat bottom of frying pan or wok with olive oil.
- When oil is hot add onions and sear for 5 minutes on high.
- Add garlic, cabbage, snow peas and cauliflower.
- Stir all ingredients together and add soy sauce to taste.
- Decrease heat and cover pan. Let simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add imitation crab, toss ingredients to mix and cover. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
- Serve as is or over a bed of white rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 17, Sodium 739.2, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 10.8, Protein 8.4
STIR-FRIED CRABS WITH BLACK BEAN SAUCE
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories dinner, main course
Time 16m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Pat the crabs dry with paper towels and set aside.
- Chop the black beans and combine with the rice wine, garlic, ginger and scallions. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine the hot pepper flakes, soy sauce, sugar and chicken stock. Set aside.
- Heat the peanut or vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet and add the crabs. Stir fry for about three minutes over medium heat. Add the black-bean mixture and continue stir-frying for about one minute.
- Add the soy-sauce mixture, stir and bring to boil. Cover the pan and cook for two minutes. Then add the cornstarch mixture and stir until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Correct seasoning (you may wish to add more soy sauce or pepper) and add the sesame oil. Remove from heat and place on heated plates. Sprinkle with coriander and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 298, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 716 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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