Stir-Fried Crab with Vermicelli Noodles
July 31, 2024
Materials:
Main Ingredients:
1 live crab (approximately 1.5 kg), cleaned and cut into pieces
200g vermicelli noodles
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red chili, sliced (optional)
1 green onion, sliced
Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish
Sauce Ingredients:
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (cornstarch slurry)
Other:
Vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Equipment:
Large wok or frying pan
Chopping board
Knife
Colander
Production Steps:
Preparation:
1. Clean the crab thoroughly and cut it into pieces.
2. Soak vermicelli noodles in warm water for 5 minutes, then drain.
3. Mince garlic and slice chili and green onion.
4. Prepare the sauce by mixing oyster sauce, light soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and white pepper in a small bowl.
Cooking:
1. Heat a wok or frying pan over high heat. Add enough oil to coat the pan.
2. Stir-fry the crab pieces until they turn bright red. Remove from the wok and set aside.
3. Add garlic and chili to the wok and stir-fry until fragrant.
4. Add the vermicelli noodles and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
5. Return the crab to the wok and add the prepared sauce. Stir-fry until the sauce coats the noodles and crab evenly.
6. Thicken the sauce by slowly pouring in the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously.
7. Add green onion and stir-fry for a few seconds.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Serving:
Serve immediately while hot.
Tips:
For a spicier dish, add more chili or use a spicier chili variety.
You can substitute crab with other seafood like shrimp or squid.
For a richer flavor, add a splash of sesame oil at the end.
If the crab is too salty, you may need to adjust the amount of sauce accordingly.
By following these steps, you should be able to create a delicious and satisfying Stir-Fried Crab with Vermicelli Noodles. Enjoy!