🦀 Cómo preparar una CENTOLLA. Receta de centolla gallega. #marisco

centolla

💰Cheaper: blue crab

Blue crab is more widely available and less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

paprika

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Smoked paprika is generally cheaper and adds a similar flavor.

parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Cilantro can be a less expensive herb alternative.

Buy a live spider crab, preferably female.

Fill a pot with 3 liters of cold water and place the crab in it with the legs up; let it sit for half an hour.

Heat the water on low until it starts to boil.

Once boiling, add 50 g of salt for each liter of water and 2 bay leaves; cover the pot.

Cook the crab for 12-14 minutes per kg over high heat.

After cooking, let the crab cool slightly before serving.

Twist and pull out the legs first, then separate the breast from the shell with a knife.

Remove any inedible parts such as the stomach bag and membranes.

Break the legs using a hammer or nutcracker for serving.

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