Delicious Hong Kong Typhoon Shelter Crab
Experience a culinary adventure with Hong Kong Typhoon Shelter Crab, a vibrant seafood dish bursting with bold flavors. This recipe combines succulent crab meat with aromatic garlic, zesty ginger, and spicy chilies, delivering an unforgettable taste of coastal cuisine right at your dinner table. Perfect for gatherings or intimate dinners, this show-stopping dish will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 live crabs (about 1 lb each)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 red chili peppers, chopped
- 2 tbsp salted black beans, rinsed
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
- ¼ cup coriander leaves (cilantro), for garnish
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Clean the crabs under running water and remove the top shell and gills.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in the chopped chili peppers and black beans, mixing well.
- Add the crabs to the skillet, coating them in the aromatic mixture. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until they turn bright orange.
- Pour in soy sauce and simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes.
- Serve on a platter garnished with fresh coriander leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab half (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Adjust the amount of chili peppers based on your spice preference. Feel free to substitute crabs with shrimp or lobster for different variations. Pair with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.