SingaporeanDinnerSeafoodSpicy

Chili crab

Chili crab is a dinner singaporean recipe with 550 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

550 kcal

Total Time

45 min

Servings

1

Protein

30 g

Ingredients

  • mud crab300g
  • garlic2 clove
  • inch ginger1 piece
  • chili paste2 tbsp
  • tomato paste2 tbsp
  • chili sauce1 tbsp
  • sugar1 tbsp
  • water.5 cup
  • cornstarch1 tsp
  • egg1 piece
  • steamed buns2 piece

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Clean and crack a crab.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Stir-fry garlic, ginger, and chili paste until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add the crab and stir-fry until it turns red.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Pour in a sauce made of tomato paste, chili sauce, sugar, and water. Simmer until the crab is cooked through.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Thicken the sauce with a cornstarch slurry and stir in a beaten egg.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Serve hot with steamed buns (mantou).

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

550

Protein

30g

Carbs

40g

Fat

30g

Fiber

4g

Micronutrients

Iron

3 mg

Zinc

4 mg

Sodium

1200 mg

Calcium

150 mg

Folate

60 mcg

Magnesium

80 mg

Potassium

800 mg

Vitamin C

20 mg

Vitamin A

120 mcg

Vitamin B12

1.5 mcg

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

No

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

EggFishGluten

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chili crab can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chili crab

How many calories are in Chili crab?

Chili crab has about 550 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chili crab suitable for vegetarians?

No. Chili crab is not vegetarian as written.

Is Chili crab gluten-free?

Chili crab is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes steamed buns. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chili crab?

Yes. This recipe includes Egg, Fish, and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.

Can I make Chili crab ahead of time?

Chili crab can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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