Prepare Salty Crab To Eat At Home - Homemade Food In Cambodia

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: pollock

Shrimp offers a similar texture, while pollock is more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is lower in calories, while the alternative is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor, while canola is a cost-effective option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is less expensive.

Clean the crab under cold water and remove the gills.

Chop garlic and lemongrass finely.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and lemongrass, sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add crabs to the pan and stir to coat with the oil.

Sprinkle salt and pepper over the crabs, mixing well.

Add chili and fish sauce, stirring to combine.

Cover the pan and steam the crabs for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.

Remove the lid and add sugar and lime juice, stirring to incorporate.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly.

Garnish with chopped coriander and green onion before serving.

Serve with rice, cucumber slices, and lime wedges.

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