Crab Soup with Sweet Spices and Ginger Juice Recipe

Name: Crab Soup with Sweet Spices and Ginger Juice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound jumbo crabmeat, picked over to remove cartilage; 1 fresh cayenne chile; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 large garlic clove, blanched and minced; 1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons Garam Masala; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger juice; 1 teaspoon saffron powder; 4 cups heavy cream; Coarse salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Set aside 1/4 cup of the crabmeat for a garnish.
2
Wash the chile and remove the stem.
3
Cut the chile in half crosswise and mince the top half only.
4
Reserve the bottom for another use.
5
Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
6
Add the garlic, onion, and minced chile.
7
Saute for about 3 minutes or just until vegetables begin to brown slightly.
8
Stir in the garam masala.
9
When well combined, add the ginger juice.
10
Stir well again.
11
Add the larger portion of the crabmeat and bring to a simmer again.
12
Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring gently from time to time.
13
Stir in the saffron and simmer for an additional minute.
14
Add the cream and bring to a simmer again.
15
Lower the heat and allow the soup to just barely simmer for about 15 minutes, or until it is slightly reduced.
16
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt.
17
If necessary.
18
Pour an equal portion into 6 shallow soup bowls.
19
Garnish the center of each serving with some of the reserved crabmeat and serve immediately.

965

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Fat

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound jumbo crabmeat, picked over to remove cartilage, 1 fresh cayenne chile, 3 tablespoons canola oil, 1 large garlic clove, blanched and minced, and more.

Yes, Crab Soup with Sweet Spices and Ginger Juice falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crab Soup with Sweet Spices and Ginger Juice

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