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Singapore Chilli Crab

Singapore Chilli Crab

We asked Michelle at M.I.C.E. Matters to share her favourite dish from Singapore and Chilli Crab was top of the list. 

Brace yourselves, for this culinary adventure! We're diving into the spicy, saucy world of Singapore Chilli Crab. This iconic dish is a flavour explosion that'll have your taste buds doing the cha-cha in no time! Get ready to crack, dip, and savour your way to seafood bliss! 

Let's get in the mood to cook this delicious Singapore Chilli Crab and set your speakers to Michelle's favourite song from Singapore Home by Kit Chan

Ingredients Singapore Chilli Crab:

  • 1 kg mud crab (because we're going big on the crabby goodness)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (the saucy dance partner)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced (for a flavourful kick)
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated (the zesty superstar)
  • 3-4 red chilies, sliced (adjust to your spice tolerance)
  •  1 cup tomato ketchup (the unexpected hero)
  •  1/2 cup chili sauce (for that extra spicy punch)
  •  2 tablespoons soy sauce (the salty sidekick)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (to balance the heat)
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth (the liquid gold)
  •  2 green onions, chopped (for a pop of colour)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (the herbalicious finale)

How to Prepare Singapore Chilli Crab:

  1. Let's get crackin'! Clean and prepare your crab by removing the shell and chopping it into manageable pieces. It's like giving your crab a VIP ticket to Flavour Town!
  2. Heat up the vegetable oil in a large wok or pan. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red chilies. Stir-fry until they're fragrant and your kitchen smells like a spicy paradise.
  3. Time to add the star of the show – the crab! Toss it into the wok and give it a good stir. Let it soak up all that garlicky, gingery goodness.
  4. Pour in the tomato ketchup, chili sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken or vegetable broth. Mix it up like you're hosting a saucy crab party!
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook until the crab is tender and coated in a thick, spicy sauce. It's like a flavour symphony in a wok!
  6. Once the crab is cooked to perfection, sprinkle on the chopped green onions and fresh cilantro leaves. It's the grand finale – let's make it look pretty!
  7. Serve your Singapore Chilli Crab hot and steaming, preferably with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread. Don't forget to have plenty of napkins on hand – things are about to get messy in the best way possible!

There you have it! Singapore Chilli Crab that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Grab your crab crackers, embrace the heat, and let the flavour dance begin! 

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