Chinese Mock Crab Claws Recipe

Name: Chinese Mock Crab Claws
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Claw; 1 1/3 cups potatoes; 2 2/3 tablespoons walnuts; 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds; 2 2/3 tablespoons wheat starch, see note; 1/2 carrot; batter; 5 1/4 tablespoons flour; 1 tablespoon glutinous-rice flour; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 3/4 ounces water; 1 1/2 tablespoons oil; Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons oil; cooking; oil, for deep-frying

Servings: persons

Claw
1 1/3 cups potatoes
2 2/3 tablespoons walnuts
2 teaspoons white sesame seeds
2 2/3 tablespoons wheat starch, see note
1/2 carrot
batter
5 1/4 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon glutinous-rice flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 3/4 ounces water
1 1/2 tablespoons oil
Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons oil
cooking
oil, for deep-frying

1
NOTE: You are looking for Tang Flour sold in Asian Markets.
2
Boil the potatoes and mash. Boil the walnuts in boiling salted water for 5 minutes. Drain. Add cold water to walnuts and boil again in salted water for 5 minutes. Drain and allow to cool.
3
Heat wok and oil. Add walnuts. Deep fry until golden. Remove. Cool and dice.
4
Toast sesame seeds.
5
Peel and cut carrots into thick strips.
6
Mix batter ingredients together.
7
Mix the claw ingredients. Mix in seasonings. Divide into sections. Form each section into a claw [about 10 to 12].
8
Heat wok. Add enough oil for deep frying. When ready dip claw into batter. Deep dry until golden. Serve with favorite sauce.

337

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Claw, 1 1/3 cups potatoes, 2 2/3 tablespoons walnuts, 2 teaspoons white sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Chinese Mock Crab Claws falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chinese Mock Crab Claws

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