Chinese Buffet Style Crab
Bring the flavors of your favorite Chinese buffet right to your table with this mouthwatering Chinese Buffet Style Crab recipe! Featuring succulent crab legs coated in a buttery garlic-ginger sauce, this dish is elevated with the perfect balance of savory soy sauce, rich oyster sauce, and a hint of sweetness. A touch of sesame oil and white pepper adds aromatic depth, while the thickened glaze clings to every piece for a restaurant-quality finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and impressive recipe is perfect for satisfying seafood cravings or wowing guests at dinner parties. Serve it alongside steamed rice or stir-fried veggies for a complete Asian-inspired feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Cooked crab legs
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
Instructions
Thaw and clean the cooked crab legs, breaking them into sections if necessary. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, granulated sugar, and chicken broth. Stir until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large wok or skillet over medium heat, then add the butter. Once melted, sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the crab legs to the wok and toss them gently to coat with the butter mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm the crab through.
Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture over the crab and toss to coat evenly. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Drizzle the cornstarch slurry into the wok, stirring gently to thicken the sauce. Allow it to cook for an additional minute until the sauce has a glossy consistency.
Sprinkle the sliced green onions, sesame oil, and white pepper over the crab. Give everything one final toss to combine.
Transfer the crab to a serving platter. Serve hot, and enjoy your delicious Chinese Buffet Style Crab!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1377 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.0 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 604 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 9927 mg | 432% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 190.3 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2660 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
