Simple Steamed Crabs with Ginger and Garlic Recipe

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Learn how to clean crab properly for a simple steamed meal. Follow these steps to prepare fresh crab at home with ginger and garlic.

Cleaning fresh seafood can be intimidating, but this guide simplifies the process. Whether you are dealing with a whole crab or need tips on how to clean crab for the first time, this process ensures your shellfish is ready for the pot. We demonstrate the most efficient way to handle the shells and prepare the meat without unnecessary waste.

Once the shell is removed or cut, the pieces are steamed with aromatic ginger and garlic. This method highlights how to cook crab at home using minimal ingredients to let the natural flavors shine. This tutorial is perfect for anyone looking to learn seafood preparation techniques for a quick, healthy dinner.

To make this simple steamed crab dish, click on the video tutorial above and print out the recipe below.

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Steamed Crabs with Ginger and Garlic

Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword Seafood
Author Shiokman Eddie

Ingredients

  • 2 mud crabs
  • 4 inch knob of ginger cut into strips
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 2 Tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • 2 Tbsp light soy sauce
  • 10 cherry tomatoes cut in halves (optional)
  • 1 red chilli sliced
  • Coriander leaves
  • 2 egg whites and scallions optional

Instructions

  • Place crab on its back and insert an ice pick into the centre until it stops moving.
  • Remove strings attaching the pincers and scrub the crabs under running water to remove mud and dirt.
  • Cut off both pincers and trim the legs with a sharp scissors and clean thoroughly.
  • Crack the hard shell of the pincers with a meat masher.
  • If the shell is too difficult to pry open, cut the crab into halves.
  • Remove the gills and wash under running water. (Do not remove the crab roe).
  • Place the crab parts in a tray and add ginger, garlic, shaoxing wine and light soy sauce.
  • Place tray in a hot steamer and steam for 10 – 15 minutes.
  • Remove steamer cover and add cherry tomatoes and red chillies and steam for another 5 minutes.
  • Check if the crab meat is fully cooked and garnish with coriander leaves.
  • Ready to be served.

Notes

*You could add 2 egg whites and scallions to this dish too.

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