Chili Snow Crab Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of the sea with our Chili Snow Crab Delight. Inspired by the iconic Singapore-Style Chili Crab, this dish emphasizes the tender sweetness of New Brunswick Snow Crab immersed in a spicy, savory, and slightly sweet sauce. Quick to prepare, this main course is perfect for seafood enthusiasts looking to impress.

Ingredients

🦀 2-3 clusters New Brunswick Snow Crab, pre-cooked
🥄 Approximately 2-3 tablespoons neutral cooking oil
🧅 1-2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
🌿 1-2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
🌶️ 3-4 small red chilies, such as bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced
🍚 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
🧄 1-2 tablespoons garlic, minced
🍅 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🌶️ 1/2 cup chili sauce, red liquid sauce
🥣 1 cup chicken or seafood stock
🥚 1 large egg, beaten
🌿 1/4 cup green onion, sliced for garnish
🌿 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped for garnish
🍚 White rice, cooked, approximately 1-2 cups per serving
🌾 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnishing rice

Instructions

1- Prepare the Base:

• Heat the cooking oil in a large, shallow enameled cast iron pan over medium heat.
• Add the sliced shallots, minced ginger, and red chilies. Sauté gently until the aromatics are softened and fragrant, avoiding browning.

2- Build the Sauce:

• Stir in the flour, minced garlic, and tomato paste. Continue stirring to integrate the ingredients and cook out the raw flour taste.
• Add the chili sauce and stock, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer and cook until it thickens to your desired consistency.

3- Incorporate the Crab:

• Carefully introduce the pre-cooked New Brunswick Snow Crab clusters into the sauce. Cook for a few minutes to warm through and absorb the flavors.

4- Finish with Elegance:

• Remove the pan from heat before gently pouring in the beaten egg. Stir delicately to create light egg ribbons throughout the sauce.

5- Garnish and Serve:

• Generously garnish with sliced green onion and chopped cilantro.
• Serve immediately with white rice, optionally topped with sesame seeds.

Prep Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Total Time: Around 25 minutes
Equipment:

• Large, shallow enameled cast iron pan
• Wooden cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Metal tongs
• Wooden spoon
• Small metal and ceramic bowls

Cooking Tips

• Sweating Aromatics: To sweat the aromatics perfectly, maintain a low to medium heat to soften without browning.
• Flavor Infusion: Ensure the crab is evenly coated in sauce to maximize flavor absorption.
• Creating Egg Ribbons: Pour in the egg while the sauce is off the heat to achieve delicate ribbons instead of a scrambled mixture.

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Chili Snow Crab Delight

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