There are many variations of chilli crab, some are spicy with a hint of sweetness and sourness, some are more savoury, some use more spices and others have a thick gravy. Here's the basic recipe for you to adapt according to you own preferences.
Recipe from GIPH Media Pte Ltd.
Ingredients 1
Crab 2kgs
Eggs 2nos
Photo starch some
Ingredients 2
Garlic 60g
Shallots 60g
Onion 50g
Belacan 15g
Lemongrass 1/2 stalk
Galangal 15g
Chillies 80g
Chilli padi 30g
Candlenuts 15g
Turmeric 15g
Seasonings
Dark soy sauce 1 tsp
Light soy sauce 1 tsp
Sugar 2 tbsp
Lime juice 1 tsp
Tomato sauce 150ml
Sweet chilli sauce 150ml
Method
1) Cut into pieces, rinse crabs and remove the gills.
2) Blend well ingredients 2. Fry the spice paste over low heat until fragrant and oil seeps out. Add 800ml of water and crab to combine well. Put on the lid and simmer for 15 minutes.
Tip: Stir the spice paste continuously to prevent sticking.
3) Add seasonings, then thicken with photo starch mixture. Lastly dizzle in the beaten eggs.
Tip: Serve the delicious gravy with fried mantou or bread.
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