Coconut Crabs | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

2-3 large coconut crabs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Crabs

If the coconut crabs are live, you may need to humanely kill them before cooking. Remove the shells, clean the crabs, and cut them into manageable pieces.

Heat Oil

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Sauté Aromatics

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.

Cook the Crab

Add the crab pieces to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they start to turn red and are partially cooked.

Add Vegetables

Stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.

Make the Sauce

Pour in the coconut milk, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Stir well to combine.

Season

Add ground black pepper and paprika. Mix thoroughly.

Simmer

Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the crabs simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked and tender.

Finish

Stir in the fresh lime juice for a touch of acidity.

Serve

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or bread.