Spicy & Sweet Marinated Raw Crabs: Kid-Friendly Golden Recipe
Spicy & Sweet Marinated Raw Crabs: Kid-Friendly Golden Recipe
Freshly Made at Home! The Secret to Delicious Marinated Raw Crabs Using Frozen Crabs
Perfect for when you have a lack of appetite! Introducing a delicious marinated raw crab recipe with a perfectly balanced spicy and sweet sauce. Make these clean-tasting, crave-worthy marinated raw crabs easily at home. A national side dish loved by both kids and adults, this golden recipe guarantees success!
Key Ingredients- 900g frozen snow crabs (thawed and thoroughly cleaned)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Perfectly remove crab gaminess! Thaw frozen crabs in cold water. Using a brush, scrub the crabs thoroughly, especially between the legs and shell. Place the cleaned crabs in a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of salt and 1 cup (about 180ml) of soju (Korean rice wine). Soak for 2-3 minutes to eliminate any fishy smell. Drain them completely in a colander. (This step is key to ensuring the sauce adheres well and doesn’t separate!)
Step 2
Create the golden sauce! In a large, clean bowl, combine the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, corn syrup, plum syrup, mirin, minced garlic, ginger syrup, and black pepper. Mix well until the sauce is smooth and has a consistent texture. (Following these ingredient ratios will help you make a delicious sauce without fail.)
Step 3
Coat the crabs with sauce! Add the thoroughly drained crabs to the sauce bowl. Gently mix them to ensure the sauce evenly coats each crab. Handle the crabs with care to avoid breaking the delicate meat. (Wearing gloves makes this process hygienic and easy.)
Step 4
Mix with vegetables for enhanced flavor! Add the prepared minced onion, carrot, chopped Cheongyang chili peppers, and green onion to the bowl. Mix again gently until the sauce and vegetables are well combined with the crabs. The sweetness and aroma of the vegetables will add a deeper flavor.
Step 5
Final touch for nutty aroma! Drizzle a little sesame oil and sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds to taste for a nutty fragrance and flavor, completing your marinated raw crabs. While delicious immediately, refrigerating for about an hour will allow the flavors to meld further, making them even more delicious.
