Keto Singapore Chili Crab (Soy-Free)
A keto-friendly take on the classic Singapore chili crab, substituting common soy-based ingredients with alternatives to ensure it's safe for soy allergies. Rich and flavorful, perfect for a special dinner.
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Ingredients
- about 910 g Crab (Dungeness)
- 1/4 cup Coconut Aminos
- 4 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 2 tbsp Ginger
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2-3 Red Chilies
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice
- 1 Egg
- 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum
- 3 tbsp Avocado Oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1Prepare the about 910 g of crab. If using whole crab, crack the shell into manageable pieces and remove the gills. Rinse the crab pieces under cold water.
- 2Heat the 3 tbsp of avocado oil in a large wok or about 30 cm skillet over medium heat (175°C). Add the 2 tbsp of ginger, 4 cloves of garlic, and 2-3 red chilies. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the ingredients are fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3Add the 4 tbsp of tomato paste and 1/4 cup of coconut aminos to the wok. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4Pour in 1/2 cup of water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Carefully add the prepared about 910 g of crab pieces to the wok. Cover the wok and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the crab is opaque and the internal temperature reaches 74°C.
- 5Stir in the 2 tbsp of lime juice. If you want a thicker sauce, whisk the 1 egg in a small bowl until lightly beaten. Slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the simmering sauce while continuously stirring to create ribbons of egg that thicken the sauce.
- 6If an even thicker sauce is desired, sprinkle in the 1/4 tsp of xanthan gum. Stir vigorously for 1 minute until the xanthan gum is completely dissolved and the sauce has thickened.
- 7Serve the Keto Singapore Chili Crab immediately.
Substitutions
Soy Sauce → Coconut Aminos
Avoids soy
Cornstarch → Xanthan Gum (optional)
For thickening if needed. Soy-free option.
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