Soft-Shell Crabs, With Lime Sauce

1. 1

   Grate the zest of the limes and set aside.

2. 2

   Into a bowl, squeeze the limes.

3. 3

   Beat together the lime juice and the eggs.

4. 4

   Cook the eggs in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, whisking all the time, until they thicken into a sauce.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat, add the basil, grated lime zest and salt and pepper and keep warm over the hot water.

6. 6

   Grate the ginger.

7. 7

   Place the crabs side by side in a steamer, place some grated ginger on top of each crab, and steam, covered for eight minutes.

8. 8

   Serve on individual plates.

9. 9

   Garnish with parsley and pour some sauce on the side.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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