Stir-fried Spicy Crab in a Hut

Stir-fried Spicy Crab in a Hut

　　Stir-fried Spicy Crab in a Hut is a specialty dish in Zhuhai. The meat crab is first slaughtered and cleaned, then coated with a thin layer of cornstarch to preserve its original flavor. After brushing, the crab is set aside. In a wok, ingredients such as broad bean paste, ginger, scallions, fermented black beans, and purple chili peppers are stir-fried until aromatic. The crab is then added to the wok and stir-fried with the seasonings until they are fully cooked. The crab is deep-fried until its shell becomes crispy, then cooking wine and sugar are added, and everything is stir-fried until done.

　　This dish has an appealing presentation, with bright red chili peppers and green scallions that stimulate the appetite. Especially notable is its strong aroma, which often tempts people to eat all the seasonings within minutes. The crab meat is richly flavored and has a great texture—it’s best enjoyed with red wine. This dish is also warming and perfect for cold winter days.