Chilli Crab

Ingredients

• Salt - To taste
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon, dissolved in 2 tablespoons of water
• Chicken broth - 1 cup
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Ketchup - 3 tablespoons
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Red chili peppers - 2, sliced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Vegetable oil - 3 tablespoons
• Crabs - 2 large, cleaned and cut into pieces

Instructions

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or pan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red chili peppers. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the tomato paste, ketchup, soy sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the crab pieces to the sauce and toss to coat them evenly. Cover the wok or pan and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the crabs are cooked through.
6. Remove the lid and stir in the dissolved cornstarch mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. Season with salt to taste.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.
9. Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.