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Spicy Crunchy Crab Recipe

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@masajapanesehibachi

Sep 17 2025

1h

Serves 4

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Make Spicy Crunchy Crab in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

Crab Mixture

Crunchy Coating

Frying

Preparation

Crab Mixture Preparation

1. Combine Ingredients

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lemon juice, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

2. Chill Mixture

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the crab mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Crunchy Coating Preparation

3. Mix Coating Ingredients

In a separate bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Stir until evenly combined.

Coating and Frying

4. Heat the Oil

In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (approximately 350°F or 175°C).

5. Form Crab Balls

Using your hands, form the chilled crab mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

6. Coat the Crab Balls

Roll each crab ball in the panko coating mixture, ensuring they are fully covered.

7. Fry the Crab Balls

Carefully place the coated crab balls into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

8. Drain Excess Oil

Remove the fried crab balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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