Thai Stir-Fried Chilli Crab: Quick & Flavor-Packed Delight

Discover the vibrant flavors of Thai Stir-Fried Chilli Crab, a quick and delicious seafood dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Thai

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

3 tablespoons Thai Chilli Paste (Nam Prik Pao) Essential for authentic Thai flavor
1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Substitute with gluten-free soy sauce if needed
1 teaspoon Sugar Adjust to taste

For the Crab Stir-Fry

500 grams Blue Swimmer Crab Fresh crab is best
2 tablespoons Chopped Garlic Enhances aroma and flavor
2 stalks Chopped Spring Onions Use scallions as a substitute
2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil recommended

For Garnish

1 piece Chili for Garnish Optional spice

Equipment

large high-sided pan

Method

Cooking Steps

Heat the oil in a large, high-sided pan over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
Add the chopped garlic and stir-fry until it turns golden yellow, about 1 minute.
Stir in the Thai chilli paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Fold in the blue swimmer crab and stir-fry for about 5 minutes, coating the crab in the mixture.
Drizzle in the fish sauce and sprinkle in the sugar, tossing to coat and simmer for 1 minute.
Add the chopped spring onions and stir just until they wilt slightly, about 30 seconds.
Plate the crab and garnish with sliced chili before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 250gramsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh blue swimmer crab for best results. Adjust the spice and seasoning according to your preference.

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