Qiong Sauce and Heli Crab

Qiong Sauce and Heli Crab

　　Hainan Island is surrounded by the sea on all sides and boasts abundant seafood, among which the Heli crab, known for its rich roe, is particularly famous. The thick-bodied, short-legged Heli crab, stir-fried with mixed sauce, features plump meat and creamy roe, offering an irresistible aroma and flavor. The so-called mixed sauce is actually Qiong Sauce, an essential condiment in every household in Hainan Province. Its main ingredients are peanut powder and sesame paste, while sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, pepper, five-spice powder, sesame oil, wine, chili… can be adjusted according to taste, making each version uniquely delightful.