Cua Rang Me (Classic Tamarind Crab)
Món truyền thống · Vietnamese
A classic Vietnamese dish featuring stir-fried crab coated in a rich, tangy, and slightly sweet tamarind sauce, often with garlic and chili.
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Nguyên liệu
- Mud crabs4 medium
- Tamarind paste1/2 cup
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Shallots2, minced
- Fish sauce2 tablespoons
- Sugar2 tablespoons
- Chili peppers2, sliced (optional)
- Vegetable oil3 tablespoons
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Water1/4 cup
- Cilantrofor garnish
Các bước
- 1
Clean and cut the crabs into serving pieces. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, stir-fry until fragrant.
- 3
Add the crab pieces and stir-fry until they turn bright red and are partially cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, and water to form the sauce.
- 5
Pour the tamarind sauce over the crabs. Add sliced chili peppers if using. Stir well to coat the crabs evenly.
- 6
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the crabs, about 5-10 minutes.
- 7
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- 8
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
