Crab Appetizer
Thai Thai - Appetizers

Crab Appetizer

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Plump, sweet shellfish sautéed in garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley, finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and sea salt.

Ingredients

  • • 300g crab meat
  • • 1 tbsp lemongrass, finely minced
  • • 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded
  • • 1 egg
  • • 3 tbsp breadcrumbs
  • • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • • Vegetable oil for frying

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Combine the crab, lemongrass, lime leaves, egg, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, fish sauce, and pepper.

2
Phase 2

Form small patties and chill for 15 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Pan-fry in hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.

4
Phase 4

Drain on kitchen roll.

5
Phase 5

Serve hot with lime wedges.