Singaporean Chilli Crab Recipe

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Singaporean Chilli Crab
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Clean the crabs.
  2. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet and stir fry the onion, ginger, garlic, lemon grass, shrimp paste (if using) and two-thirds of the chillies for two minutes.
  3. Add the crab and boiling water, reduce the heat and cook 8 minutes longer. Transfer the crab to a plate.
  4. Chop the crabs into 4 to 6 pieces with a large cleaver, leaving the legs attached. Crack the claws with a mallet or pestle.
  5. Mix the cornstarch into a little cold water.
  6. Add the sugar and tomato paste to the wok and combine well.
  7. Add the cornstarch solution and continue stirring until the mixture thickens.
  8. Add the lightly beaten egg, stir continuously to form small tiny strands.
  9. Return the crab to the wok, stirring until well-coated with the sauce.
  10. Place on a serving platter and garnish with the green onions and remaining chillies.
  11. Serve hot.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 179.26 Kcal (751 kJ)
Calories from fat 88.38 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.82g 15%
Cholesterol 38.77mg 13%
Sodium 1241.01mg 52%
Potassium 465.72mg 10%
Total Carbs 17.96g 6%
Sugars 4.72g 19%
Dietary Fiber 1.22g 5%
Protein 6.53g 13%
Vitamin C 5.6mg 9%
Iron 2.9mg 16%
Calcium 100mg 10%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 54.78 Kcal (229 kJ)
Calories from fat 27.01 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 11.85mg 13%
Sodium 379.26mg 52%
Potassium 142.33mg 10%
Total Carbs 5.49g 6%
Sugars 1.44g 19%
Dietary Fiber 0.37g 5%
Protein 2g 13%
Vitamin C 1.7mg 9%
Iron 0.9mg 16%
Calcium 30.6mg 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.2
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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