Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMeiji Japanese CuisineSpicy Crab Recipe

Spicy Crab Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Spicy Crab Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Spices and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Begin by gathering all the ingredients. Ensure the crab meat is picked clean of any shells and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Chop the green onions and dice the red bell pepper. Set aside for later use.

  3. 3

    Mince the Garlic

    Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.

  4. 4

    Grate the Ginger

    Grate the fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 6

    Sauté Garlic and Ginger

    Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 7

    Add Spices

    Stir in the red chili flakes, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute.

  4. 8

    Incorporate Crab Meat

    Gently fold in the crab meat, ensuring it's coated with the spice mixture. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until heated through.

  5. 9

    Add Vegetables

    Add the chopped green onions and diced red bell pepper to the skillet. Stir gently and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Serving

  1. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the spicy crab with chopped fresh cilantro. Serve warm as an appetizer or over rice as a main dish.

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