Preparing Black Pepper Live Mud Crab
Recipes
21 Feb 2023
Preparing Black Pepper Live Mud Crab
Ingredients:
- Live mud crab
- Black peppercorns
- White peppercorns
- Butter
- Garlic
- Shallot
- Dried chili
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Sugar
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Spring onions
- Coriander leaves
Instructions:
- Prepare the crab: Clean the live mud crab thoroughly, removing gills and other inedible parts. Cut the crab into halves.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large wok, heat butter until sizzling. Add minced garlic, shallots, and dried chili. Stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add spices: Crush black and white peppercorns and add to the wok along with soy sauce and oyster sauce. Stir in a touch of sugar to balance the flavors.
- Cook the crab: Carefully add the live mud crab halves to the wok. Stir-fry until the crab turns bright red and the meat is cooked through.
- Thicken the sauce: Create a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with water. Gradually pour into the wok, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped spring onions and coriander leaves before serving immediately.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a dash of Chinese cooking wine.
- Adjust the amount of black and white peppercorns to your taste preference.
- Serve with steamed buns or rice for a complete meal.
Enjoy the fresh and flavorful taste of your homemade Black Pepper Live Mud Crab!