CRAB FRIED RICE
As a young chef just starting out in New York, I had limited time and money. One of my favorite things to do on my rare days off was to Rollerblade down to Chinatown and explore the amazing ingredients in the markets. While I was there, I would usually get a bowl of fried rice, which was warm, comforting, and filling. In those days, I couldn't afford to get it with a luxe ingredient like crab--I added that later on. By including it in a simple bowl of fried rice, I'm reminded how one special ingredient can make an ordinary dish extraordinary.
Provided by Marcus Samuelsson
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When it shimmers, add the garlic, ginger, lemongrass, curry leaves, sausage, and curry powder and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes, or until very fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir until all the rice is separated into grains. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is hot, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Combine the soy sauce, sambal oelek, sugar, and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a small cup, then add it to the rice. Cook, stirring, for another minute.
- Pour the eggs over the rice and let them sit for about a minute. Stir the eggs into the rice and turn off the heat (you're not making scrambled eggs; you just want the eggs to make the rice creamy).
- Fold in the scallions and half of the crabmeat. Let sit for another minute. Taste the rice and season it with salt and pepper or more soy sauce.
- Spoon the rice onto a platter. Scatter the remaining crab and the cilantro over the top and garnish with the lime wedges. Set out a plate of lettuce leaves so you can spoon rice into the leaves, wrap, and enjoy.
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Shaukat Ali
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a party. I made it for my last party and it was a huge hit.
Maryhope Ngonyo
[email protected]The crab fried rice was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more garlic and ginger next time.
Kevwe Big
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy meal. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.
Imran Naqees
[email protected]The crab fried rice was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less soy sauce next time.
Sandra Chukwu
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.
Andre Kerr
[email protected]I would have liked the crab fried rice to be a bit more spicy. I think I'll add some chili flakes next time.
Francisco Jr Valencia
[email protected]This is the best crab fried rice recipe I've ever tried. The rice was fluffy and the crab was cooked perfectly.
abnet kassawu
[email protected]The crab fried rice was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll use less oil next time.
Natukudha Gloria
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.
Ariyan faruk
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of crab, but this recipe changed my mind. The crab flavor was subtle and not overpowering.
Arlinda Ruhani
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for crab fried rice. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
Tina Page
[email protected]The crab fried rice was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Rana Begum
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the rice turned out delicious. I added some extra vegetables to make it even healthier.
Md Sahin Sarker
[email protected]I've made this crab fried rice recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover crab meat.
Aaaa Bbbb
[email protected]This crab fried rice was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.