Stir-Fried Crab Curry Recipe

Name: Stir-Fried Crab Curry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds crab, live in shell whole; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 4 each garlic cloves minced; 1 small onions sliced; 1/4 cup fish sauce nam pla; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1 each eggs beaten; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions cut up

Servings: persons

1
Clean the crab by removing the shell from the body only.
2
Disjoint the legs and crack the shell of the legs with a mallet.
3
Rinse to remove small pieces of shell, drain and set aside.
4
Heat a wok or large skillet on medium-high heat.
5
Add the oil, garlic and onion.
6
Stir-fry for 30 seconds.
7
Add the cracked crab pieces and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
8
Add all remaining ingredients except the egg, cilantro and green onions.
9
Cover the skillet and continue cooking on medium-high heat for another 3 minutes, or until the crab is cooked.
10
Add the egg and stir to combine thoroughly.
11
Remove to a serving dish and garnish with the cilantro and green onions.

372

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds crab, live in shell whole, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 4 each garlic cloves minced, 1 small onions sliced, and more.

Yes, Stir-Fried Crab Curry 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.

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Stir-Fried Crab Curry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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