Rich Sweet Crab Recipes🦀

1. Soft Shell Crabs  or King Size Fresh Crab Legs   or Cooked Dressed Crab or Crab Meat
2. Chilli Crab (Singapore)

A renowned Singaporean dish, Chilli Crab features whole crabs stir-fried in a tangy, spicy tomato-based sauce. It's typically served with mantou (fried or steamed buns) to soak up the flavourful sauce.

2. Crab Cakes (USA)

A staple in American cuisine, especially in Maryland, these cakes are made from lump crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, and various seasonings. They are usually pan-fried or baked and served with tartar sauce.

3. Kani Salad (Japan)

This refreshing Japanese salad uses shredded crab sticks (imitation crab), mixed with cucumber, mango, and Japanese mayonnaise. It's often garnished with tobiko (fish roe) and sesame seeds.

4. Biryani Crab (India)

A South Indian specialty, this dish combines fragrant basmati rice with a blend of spices and whole crabs. The crabs are cooked in the spiced rice, infusing the dish with a rich seafood flavour.

5. Crab Rangoon (USA)

Popular in American Chinese cuisine, these are fried wonton wrappers filled with a mixture of crab meat, cream cheese, scallions, and garlic. They are typically served with a sweet and sour dipping sauce.

6. Black Pepper Crab (Singapore)

Another iconic Singaporean dish, Black Pepper Crab features crabs stir-fried in a robust black pepper sauce with garlic and butter, creating a spicy and aromatic flavour.

7. Crab Imperial (USA)

This elegant dish from the mid-Atlantic region of the United States features crab meat baked with a rich mixture of mayonnaise, egg, and seasonings. It's often served in crab shells or ramekins.

8. Crab Louie Salad (USA)

A classic American salad originating from the West Coast, Crab Louie is made with fresh crab meat, hard-boiled eggs, tomatoes, asparagus, and a tangy Louie dressing (a mix of mayonnaise, chili sauce, and spices).

9. Deviled Crab (Cuba/USA)

This dish features crab meat mixed with bread crumbs, bell peppers, onions, and spices, then formed into patties and fried. It’s a popular dish in both Cuban and Southern U.S. cuisine.

10. Tom Yum Goong (Thailand)

A famous Thai soup, Tom Yum Goong sometimes features crab as an alternative to shrimp. The soup is known for its hot and sour flavours, derived from ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, lime juice, fish sauce, and crushed red chili peppers.

11. Spaghetti alla Polpa di Granchio (Italy)

This Italian pasta dish includes crab meat sautéed with garlic, tomatoes, white wine, and parsley, then tossed with spaghetti. It’s a light yet flavourful seafood pasta option.

12. Crab Soup (She-crab soup, USA)

A creamy, bisque-style soup from the Southern United States, particularly Charleston, South Carolina. It’s made with crab meat, crab roe, cream, and a hint of sherry.

13. Steamed Crab with Ginger and Scallions (China)

This traditional Chinese dish features whole crabs steamed with fresh ginger and scallions, allowing the natural sweetness of the crab to shine through.

14. Crab Curry (Sri Lanka)

A flavourful Sri Lankan dish where crabs are cooked in a spicy and aromatic coconut milk curry, infused with a blend of local spices, curry leaves, and tamarind.

15. Crab Boil (USA)

A Southern and Cajun tradition, a crab boil typically includes crabs boiled with a mix of spices, corn on the cob, potatoes, and sausages. The ingredients are spread out on a table for a communal feast.

These dishes highlight the versatility of crab in various culinary traditions, showcasing a range of flavours from spicy and tangy to rich and creamy