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Crispy Crablets Recipe

Crispy Crablets are seasoned small crabs that were dredged in cornstarch and deep-fried until crispy. These types of crabs are usually found in riverbanks while some are cultured in fish ponds. In some cases, these small crabs can be caught in rice fields.

Difficulty Medium
Time 12 min
Servings 6
Ingredients 5
Steps 7
Crispy Crablets Recipe
Cuisine not specified Updated 12/1/2010

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs crablet cleaned
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 3 cups cooking oil

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 the texture becomes crispy.
  5. Remove from the pan and place in a plate lined with paper towel.
  6. Once excess oil drips-off completely, arrange in a serving plate and serve with spicy vinegar dip.
  7. Share and enjoy!

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