Spicy Stir-Fried Crab
A quick, fiery crab stir-fry with cherry tomatoes, cilantro, and a hint of sesame — perfect for a weeknight treat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 30g
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Ingredients
- 1 pound crab
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 3 stalks green onions
- 2 whole red chili peppers
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Clean and crack the crab into pieces, removing the gills and apron. Pat dry.
- 2
Heat oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add crab pieces and stir-fry until shells turn bright orange, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Add whole red chilies and cherry tomatoes. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until tomatoes start to blister.
- 4
Season with salt. Toss everything together for another minute.
- 5
Remove from heat. Stir in chopped green onions and cilantro.
- 6
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- wok or large skillet
- spatula
- cutting board
- knife
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