Steamed Blue Crabs with Black Ginger Dipping Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
50%
Steamed Blue Crabs with Black Ginger Dipping Sauce
35 min.
6
629kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of the sea with our Steamed Blue Crabs with Black Ginger Dipping Sauce, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe showcases the sweet, succulent meat of fresh blue crabs, steamed to perfection and served with a zesty dipping sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. The combination of Chinese black vinegar and fresh ginger creates a unique flavor profile that complements the natural sweetness of the crabs, making each bite a culinary delight.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions. With a preparation time of just 35 minutes, you can easily whip up this impressive meal for family and friends, whether it's for a casual lunch or a more formal dinner gathering. Each serving is packed with protein, ensuring that you and your guests will feel satisfied and nourished.

Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy the experience of cracking open the crabs, dipping the tender meat into the flavorful sauce, and sharing stories over this delicious meal. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will surely make this dish the star of your next culinary adventure. Dive into the world of seafood with our Steamed Blue Crabs and create unforgettable memories around the dinner table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar black chinese (preferably Chinkiang)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons ginger fresh peeled finely chopped
  • 36  pd of lobster blue rinsed well ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup soya sauce 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot
  • aluminum foil
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Bring 1 1/2 inches water to a boil in pot.
  2. Add cilantro stems, then carefully add half of crabs using tongs and return to a boil. Cook, covered with lid, 8 minutes (for 1/4-pound crabs) to 10 minutes (for 1/3-pound crabs) from time they enter water. (Break shell of 1 claw to check for doneness; crabmeat should be opaque.)
  3. Transfer crabs with long-handled tongs to a large platter, reserving cooking liquid in pot, and keep warm, loosely covered with foil. Cook remaining crabs in same manner.
  4. While crabs cook, stir together ginger (to taste), soy sauce, sugar, water, vinegar, and salt in a small bowl until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  5. If necessary, dip crabs in cooking liquid to remove any external residue, then transfer to another large platter.
  6. Serve crabs hot, with dipping sauce.
  7. *We recommend Gold Plum brand, available at Asian markets and Kam Man Food Products (212-571-0330).

Nutrition Facts

Calories629kcal
Protein84.83%
Fat8.62%
Carbs6.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.68
Glycemic Load
6.03
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
44.393043321112%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:629.09kcal
31.45%
Fat:5.74g
8.82%
Saturated Fat:1.37g
8.59%
Carbohydrates:9.81g
3.27%
Net Carbohydrates:9.58g
3.48%
Sugar:8.72g
9.69%
Cholesterol:960.12mg
320.04%
Sodium:4376.53mg
190.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:126.98g
253.97%
Selenium:481.05µg
687.22%
Copper:10.23mg
511.72%
Zinc:26.79mg
178.58%
Vitamin B12:9.45µg
157.5%
Phosphorus:1244.13mg
124.41%
Vitamin B5:11.04mg
110.38%
Magnesium:296.59mg
74.15%
Vitamin B3:12.82mg
64.1%
Calcium:641.04mg
64.1%
Potassium:1572.86mg
44.94%
Vitamin E:6.62mg
44.1%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.48%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.44%
Folate:80.1µg
20.02%
Iron:2.48mg
13.78%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.93%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.21%
Vitamin K:4.14µg
3.94%
Vitamin A:120.21IU
2.4%
Source:Epicurious