For a richer flavor, use coconut cream instead of coconut milk. Adjust the amount of Thai chilies to your desired spice level. Feel free to add other vegetables like okra or eggplant for a heartier stew. Make sure your crab is fresh. Serve with rice, or noodles
Ginataang Alimasag (Crabs in Coconut Milk)
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS9
Experience the taste of the Philippines with this rich and savory Ginataang Alimasag. Succulent crab meat is simmered in a creamy coconut milk broth infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and a hint of spice. A true culinary delight that brings the ocean's bounty to your table.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate19 g
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Cholesterol23 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein13 g
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Saturated Fat35 g
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Sodium309 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat52 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
10 mins
Prepare the Crabs: Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the crabs and cook until their shells turn bright red (8-10 minutes). Immediately transfer the crabs to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
02
Step
12 mins
Sauté Aromatics: Heat a large wok or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add garlic oil and garlic; cook until lightly toasted and golden brown (2-3 minutes). Add onion and ginger; cook until the onion is translucent (4-5 minutes). Add scallion whites; season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
03
Step
15 mins
Build the Broth: Add fish sauce; allow it to infuse the aromatics for 1 minute. Stir in shrimp paste; cook until toasted (about 3 minutes). Add Thai chilies; cook for 1 minute. Pour in coconut milk and water; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until the sauce has thickened slightly (about 10 minutes), adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
04
Step
10 mins
Combine and Simmer: While the sauce simmers, crack open the crabs. Remove the meat and discard the shells. Add the crabmeat to the sauce along with any accumulated juices; simmer until the flavors meld (8-10 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
05
Step
2 mins
Finish and Serve: Toss in spinach until wilted. Garnish with scallion greens. Serve hot with steamed rice.
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Bo Anderson
Jun 30, 2025This recipe is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the crab was perfectly cooked.
Sophie Rodriguez
Jun 23, 2025I tried this recipe and it was amazing!
Alena Volkman
Jun 16, 2025I've never made anything like this before, but the instructions were easy to follow, and the results were fantastic!
Arvel Tillman
Jun 12, 2025It's easy to make and tastes great
Elian Shanahan
Jun 6, 2025The aroma while cooking this dish is incredible. My family loved it!