Q: Can I use a different type of crab for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute the large crab with other types, but the taste and texture might vary.
Q: What if I don’t have a steaming rack?
A: You can use a heatproof dish in a larger pot filled with water. Make sure the water does not touch the dish.
Q: How do I know when the crab and egg are fully cooked?
A: The crab turns red when fully cooked, and the egg mixture should be firm and no longer liquid.
Steamed Crab with Eggs
Notes
Ingredients:
- 1 large crab
- 3 eggs
- 1 green onion
- Salt, to taste
- A dash of sesame oil
- Appropriate amount of premium raw pickling sauce
- Beat 3 eggs in a bowl, add salt, and mix to create an egg mixture.
- Add twice the amount of warm water to the egg mixture and stir well.
- Remove the foam with a spoon. If available, use a strainer for a smoother egg consistency.
- Add a dash of sesame oil to the mixture and remove any remaining foam.
- Cover with plastic wrap and puncture a few holes with a toothpick, then steam.
- Meanwhile, thoroughly clean the crab with a brush.
- Steam the crab until it turns red.
- When the egg mixture begins to set, add the crab and continue steaming until the eggs are fully set.
- Wash and finely chop the green onion.
- Sprinkle the chopped green onion over the crab and egg mixture.
- Drizzle an appropriate amount of premium raw pickling sauce over the top.
- Serve, noting that while the presentation may be simple, the flavor is exceptional.
- Rich in protein from both crab and eggs
- Contains essential vitamins and minerals from the crab
- Low in carbohydrates
- Green onions add a source of vitamins A and C
