Singaporean Chilli Crab
Chilli Crab is a famous Singaporean seafood dish that is a culinary icon of the country. The dish features mud crabs stir-fried in a savory, slightly spicy, and tangy tomato-based sauce. It's a popular dish often enjoyed with steamed mantou buns to soak up the delicious sauce.
Originating from the 1950s, this vibrant and flavorsome dish has become a must-try for locals and visitors alike when in Singapore. The combination of sweet crab meat with the bold flavors of the sauce creates a tantalizing experience for the taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 mud crabs, cleaned and chopped into pieces
- 1/2 cup tomato ketchup
- 1/4 cup sweet chilli sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- 2 red chilies, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Coriander leaves and sliced spring onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and red chilies. Stir-fry until fragrant.
- Add crab pieces to the wok and stir well.
- Pour in tomato ketchup, sweet chilli sauce, soy sauce, chicken stock, and sugar. Mix everything together.
- Cover and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crabs are cooked through.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and spring onions before serving.
Enjoy this Singaporean Chilli Crab hot with steamed rice or mantou buns for a mouthwatering meal that will surely impress your guests!