Sichuan-style Spicy Crab

Sichuan-style Spicy Crab

Sichuan-style Spicy Crab is a famous dish from the Sichuan province of China made with fresh crab meat tossed in a chili oil sauce. It is characterized by its bold, pungent, and spicy flavor due to the use of Sichuan peppercorns, dried chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. The dish is typically served as a main course in restaurants and is known for its addictive and zesty taste. The spicy crab is usually enjoyed with a side of steamed rice to balance out the heat.

Ingredients

  • 2 live crabs, 1.5 kg each
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5-10 dried chili peppers
  • 1 tbsp Sichuan peppercorns
  • 1 inch ginger, sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 2 tbsp sugar

About the recipe

Cook Time: 40 minutes
Portions: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Medium

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