Portuguese Spicy Crab Recipe

Name: Portuguese Spicy Crab
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole cooked crabs, cut into pieces; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 stalks green onions, finely chopped; 2 whole dried hot peppers (or 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce if unavailable); 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 10 sprigs parsley, whole; 6 tablespoons ketchup; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; oil

Servings: persons

2 whole cooked crabs, cut into pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 stalks green onions, finely chopped
2 whole dried hot peppers (or 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce if unavailable)
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 sprigs parsley, whole
6 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
oil

1
Clean the cooked crab as per the directions on the package. Separate the claws and divide the middle section of the crab into 2 pieces. Save any of the juices from the crab. Slightly crush the claw shells using a nut cracker to make eating easier.
2
Saute all of the ingredients except for the crab and the ketchup, in hot oil for 5 minutes. Add the crab pieces and the juices from the shell to the spices. Cover the crab with the ketchup and cook for aproximately 20 minutes, stirring occassionally. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings to suit your taste.
3
Remove the whole parsley and hot peppers (if using) before serving. Platter may be decorated with hard boiled eggs and parsley. Serve with plain white rice.

168

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole cooked crabs, cut into pieces, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 4 stalks green onions, finely chopped, 2 whole dried hot peppers (or 1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce if unavailable), and more.

Yes, Portuguese Spicy Crab 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.

Portuguese Spicy Crab

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