Thai Crab Bites with Spicy Curry Dip Recipe

Name: Thai Crab Bites with Spicy Curry Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat; 1 stalk lemongrass, white part only,flattened with cleaver and finely chopped; 3 fresh red chilies, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1 egg yolk; 2 tablespoons half-and-half; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 4 green onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon red curry paste; 1 can unsweetened coconut milk; 1 tablespoon light soy sauce

Servings: persons

1 lb crabmeat
1 stalk lemongrass, white part only,flattened with cleaver and finely chopped
3 fresh red chilies, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 egg yolk
2 tablespoons half-and-half
1 teaspoon cornstarch
vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon red curry paste
1 can unsweetened coconut milk
1 tablespoon light soy sauce

1
Mix crab meat with lemongrass, chilies, cilantro, and egg yolk, mixing well.
2
Mix the half and half with cornstarch and heat, stirring, until thickened, and mix into crab meat mixture.
3
Shape the crab into about 20 meatballs, squeezing to get out excess liquid and retain the best shape; place on plate and refrigerate 1/2 hour to firm up (you can do this up to 12 hours in advance).
4
To make the dip, heat the sesame oil in a saucepan, add the green onion, then the curry paste; stir fry for a minute or so before adding the coconut milk.
5
Bring the sauce to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes or until it reduces about 1/2 and gets fairly thick.
6
Stir in the soy sauce, then set aside to cool.
7
Heat deep-fryer to 350 degrees and cook crab bites in batches, about 3-4 minutes or until nicely browned, then drain on paper toweling.
8
Serve warm with the curry dip.
9
The crab bites can be made in advance, and reheated in the oven at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

186

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb crabmeat, 1 stalk lemongrass, white part only,flattened with cleaver and finely chopped, 3 fresh red chilies, finely chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Thai Crab Bites with Spicy Curry Dip 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thai Crab Bites with Spicy Curry Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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