Steamed Crab with Rice

Steamed Crab with Rice is a light and flavorful Chinese seafood dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh crab. Served over fragrant jasmine rice, this dish is not only delicious but also nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Live crab - 500 grams
• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Water - 300 ml for rice, plus additional for steaming
• Ginger - 10 grams, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Sesame oil - 10 ml
• Spring onion - 1 stalk, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a pot, combine the soaked rice with 300 ml of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.
3. While the rice is cooking, prepare the crab. Clean the crab under cold running water and place it in a steamer basket.
4. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the crab, ensuring it is well coated.
5. In a pot or wok, bring water to a boil, then place the steamer basket with the crab over the boiling water. Cover and steam for about 15-20 minutes or until the crab turns bright orange and is cooked through.
6. Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and divide it between two plates. Place the steamed crab on top of the rice.
7. Garnish with chopped spring onion and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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