Chili Crab Noodles
Chili Crab Noodles is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of the sea to your table with tender crab and zesty noodles. This Paleo-friendly recipe combines fresh ingredients and a spicy chili sauce for a delightful culinary experience.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
350 kcal
Ingredients
- Crab meat - 200 grams
- Zucchini noodles - 200 grams
- Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Red chili - 1, finely chopped
- Bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
- Green onions - 2, chopped
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Salt - to taste
Steps
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped red chili to the skillet, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the sliced bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the crab meat and coconut aminos to the skillet, gently folding to combine and heat the crab through for about 3-5 minutes.
- In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add the zucchini noodles; cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender, then drain and set aside.
- Add the cooked zucchini noodles to the skillet with the crab mixture, tossing everything together.
- Remove from heat, squeeze lime juice over the top, and season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein from crab, promoting muscle health.
- Zucchini noodles provide a low-carb alternative rich in vitamins and minerals.
Tags
ChinesePaleoSeafood Dish