Spicy Salt and Pepper Crab with Lemongrass
70% chuẩn vị · Vietnamese Fusion
A creative twist on the classic, incorporating the fragrant aroma of lemongrass and an extra kick of spice for a more complex flavor profile.
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Nguyên liệu
- Live mud crab2 medium
- Lemongrass2 stalks, finely chopped
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Red chili1-2, thinly sliced
- Cornstarch1/4 cup
- Salt1 teaspoon
- Black pepper1 teaspoon
- White pepper1/2 teaspoon
- Sugar1/2 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil3 tablespoons
- Mint leavesfor garnish
Các bước
- 1
Clean and prepare the crab as in the classic recipe: separate body, crack shells, cut into pieces.
- 2
Toss crab pieces with cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and white pepper.
- 3
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add crab pieces and stir-fry until red and cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- 4
Add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic, chopped lemongrass, and sliced red chili until fragrant.
- 5
Return crab to the wok. Add sugar and toss to coat.
- 6
Stir-fry for another minute until well combined and heated through.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with fresh mint leaves.
