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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If you're a seafood lover looking for a delightful and satisfying dish, look no further than Steamed Blue Crabs with Black Ginger Dipping Sauce. This captivating recipe brings the rich, briny flavors of fresh blue crabs to the forefront, perfectly complemented by a zingy, aromatic dipping sauce that elevates this meal to another level of deliciousness.

Imagine gathering around the table with family and friends, cracking open the tender shells of freshly steamed crabs, revealing succulent meat that pairs beautifully with the bold and vibrant flavors of ginger, soy sauce, and black vinegar. Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it’s also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions.

With just 35 minutes of preparation and cook time, you can impress your guests with a mouthwatering main course that captures the essence of coastal dining, all in the comfort of your own kitchen. Each serving is packed with protein, ensuring you feel satisfied and energized, perfect for a leisurely lunch or a cozy dinner. Whether you're a seasoned crab enthusiast or trying them for the first time, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Get ready to dive into an ocean of flavor!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cider vinegar black chinese (preferably Chinkiang)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro stems fresh coarsely chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoons ginger fresh peeled finely chopped
  • 36  live crabs blue rinsed well ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup fermented fine-quality soy 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%
Calcium:641.04mg
64.1%
Vitamin B3:12.82mg
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