Thai Spider Recipe
soft shell crab, takuan, kaiware, salmon, yellowtail, Thai sauce
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Ingredients
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Soft Shell Crab
Takuan and Kaiware
Fish
Thai Sauce
Method
Preparing the Soft Shell Crab
- 1
Clean the Crabs
Rinse the soft shell crabs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare Breading Mixture
In a bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Crabs
Dredge each crab in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Crabs
Carefully place the coated crabs in the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Takuan and Kaiware
- 6
Slice Takuan
Cut the takuan into thin strips for easier incorporation into the dish.
- 7
Prepare Kaiware
Rinse the kaiware under cold water and shake off excess water.
Preparing the Fish
- 8
Slice the Fish
Cut the salmon and yellowtail fillets into thin sashimi-like slices.
Making the Thai Sauce
- 9
Assembling the Dish
- 10
Plate the Ingredients
On a serving plate, arrange the fried soft shell crabs, takuan strips, kaiware, and slices of salmon and yellowtail.
- 11
Drizzle the Sauce
Drizzle the Thai sauce over the assembled ingredients and serve immediately.
