Steamed Crab with Egg

Steamed Crab with Egg is a delicate and flavorful Chinese seafood dish that highlights the sweetness of fresh crab paired with silky, steamed egg custard. This healthy meal is a perfect balance of protein and flavor, making it an ideal choice for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Fresh crab (cleaned) - 300 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Water - 150 ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Ginger (sliced) - 5 grams
• Green onion (chopped) - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• White pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the fresh crab under cold water and clean thoroughly. Place it in a heatproof dish.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the egg mixture over the cleaned crab in the dish, ensuring the crab is submerged.
4. Place ginger slices on top of the egg mixture for added flavor.
5. Set up a steamer over boiling water and carefully place the dish with crab and egg into the steamer basket.
6. Cover and steam for about 20 minutes, or until the egg is set and the crab is cooked through.
7. Once cooked, carefully remove the dish from the steamer, garnish with chopped green onion, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 240 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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