Spicy Crab

Spicy Crab is a zesty and flavorful Paleo Chinese dish that highlights the sweetness of fresh crab meat combined with a fiery sauce. This vibrant meal is perfect for seafood lovers looking for a healthy yet satisfying option.

Spicy Crab
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fresh crab meat - 200 grams
  • Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
  • Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
  • Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and green onions, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. In a bowl, combine the crab meat, coconut aminos, red chili flakes, lime juice, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  5. Add the crab mixture to the skillet, gently folding it in with the vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the crab is heated through.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in high-quality protein from crab meat.
  • Contains healthy fats from coconut oil and sesame oil.

Tags

ChinesePaleoMain Dish