避风塘炒蟹
Typhoon Shelter Crab
Yes, keto as served. About 7g net carbs per serving.
What it is
A classic Hong Kong dish featuring whole crab pieces stir-fried with an abundance of crispy fried garlic, scallions, red chilies, and sometimes fermented black beans. Rich, aromatic, and savory.
Key ingredients
Whole crab, garlic, scallions, red chilies, fermented black beans (optional), cooking oil, salt.
Optional tweaks
Minimal modifications needed. Ensure any 'crispy bits' are primarily fried garlic, not heavy breading. The dish is usually naturally low-carb.
Say this to the waiter (Chinese)
请确保酥脆的部分主要是蒜蓉，而不是很厚的裹粉。
Please ensure the crispy bits are primarily fried garlic, not heavy breading.
Watch out for
Some recipes might add a very small amount of breadcrumbs to the crispy garlic topping, or a touch of sugar to the seasoning, but generally very low.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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