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Chinese Spicy Crayfish

Cultural Context

Originating from the lakes and rivers of southern China, spicy crayfish has become a popular summer dish, often enjoyed at outdoor gatherings. Traditionally served in a communal style, it embodies the spirit of sharing and celebration among friends and family. Today, this dish has gained international fame, with variations appearing in many countries, showcasing local spices and ingredients.

ChineseCNmain
30 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs cooked crayfish
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon green Sichuan peppercorns
5 dried chili peppers
4 scallions
1 tablespoon ginger slices
2 tablespoons spicy hot pot seasoning
2 tablespoons doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste)
1 tablespoon rock sugar
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 tablespoon garlic oil
2 tablespoons white wine
1 cup water
4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup coriander

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Wash the cooked crayfish in clean water a few times.

2

Heat a large pot and add a bit more oil than usual.

3

Add green Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili peppers, and stir gently.

4

Add chopped scallions and ginger slices when the oil is hot.

5

Pour in spicy hot pot seasoning and two tablespoons of doubanjiang (fermented broad bean paste).

6

Add five pieces of rock sugar, two pieces of white pepper, and one piece of cumin.

7

Once the hot pot base ingredients dissolve, add a few bay leaves, 20 grams of soy sauce, and 2 grams of vinegar.

8

Add a generous amount of garlic oil and stir until fragrant.

9

Add the crayfish and stir-fry to mix well for two to three minutes.

10

Pour in 20 grams of white wine and stir-fry evenly.

11

Add 1000 grams of water, enough to cover the crayfish, and bring to a boil.

12

Cover the pot and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

13

After 10 minutes, stir the crayfish slightly to mix the flavors.

14

Turn off the heat and let the crayfish soak for another 10 minutes.

15

Transfer the crayfish to a serving container.

16

Pour the broth over the crayfish and sprinkle with minced garlic.

17

In a hot pan, add oil until smoking, then add Sichuan peppercorns and dried chili peppers.

18

Pour in some chopped scallions and sprinkle with coriander before serving.

Equipment Needed

large pothot pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishsoy

Also Known As

Chinese Spicy Crayfish

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