Singapore Chilli Crabs Recipe

Name: Singapore Chilli Crabs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crab; 8 fresh red chilies; 7 garlic cloves; 3 tablespoons cooking oil; cilantro, for garnishing; 3 tablespoons tomato ketchup; 1 tablespoon sugar, to taste; salt, according to taste; 1 tablespoon soybean paste; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon cornflour; 1 teaspoon lime juice

Servings: persons

1 lb crab
8 fresh red chilies
7 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons cooking oil
cilantro, for garnishing
3 tablespoons tomato ketchup
1 tablespoon sugar, to taste
salt, according to taste
1 tablespoon soybean paste
1 cup water
1 tablespoon cornflour
1 teaspoon lime juice

1
Pound garlic and chilli.
2
Heat the oil in a wok, and fry the garlic and chilli till fragrant.
3
Add in crab and stir-fry for a minute or two.
4
Mix the tomato ketchup, salt, sugar, soya bean paste, water and corn flour to make the sauce.
5
Add the sauce mixture to the crabs, and stir well for two minutes.
6
Cover the wok and simmer over high heat for five to seven minutes till the crab shell turns bright red.
7
Remove cover, and add in the lime juice.
8
Garnish with cilantro leaves and chilli slices.

400

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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: 1 lb crab, 8 fresh red chilies, 7 garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons cooking oil, and more.

Yes, Singapore Chilli Crabs 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.

Singapore Chilli Crabs

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