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Crispy Crablets

Crispy Crablets are small crabs seasoned, dredged in cornstarch, and deep-fried until crispy. They are commonly found in riverbanks, rice fields, and fish ponds.

Difficulty Medium
Time 12 min
Servings 6
Ingredients 6
Steps 7
Crispy Crablets
Filipino Updated 12/1/2010

Ingredients

Measured from the catalog payload.

  • 2 lbs crablets cleaned
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper ground
  • 3 cups cooking oil
  • 1/4 cup gin or sherry

Instructions

7 cooking steps

  1. Place the crablets in a bowl then pour in gin or sherry. Mix gently.
  2. Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper then mix well.
  3. Heat a frying pan or cooking pot and pour in cooking oil.
  4. Dredge the crablets in cornstarch then deep fry until crispy.
  5. Remove from the pan and place in a plate lined with paper towels.
  6. Once excess oil drips off completely, arrange on a serving plate and serve with spicy vinegar dip.
  7. Share and enjoy!

Catalog details

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Storage notes

  • Best served immediately to maintain crispiness.