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Butter Garlic Crab

Butter Garlic Crab

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Butter Garlic Crab is a majestic, indulgent, and profoundly aromatic coastal classic celebrated for its rich buttery sauce and succulent crab chunks. This recipe features fresh whole crabs sautéed with a sophisticated abundance of minced garlic, cracked pepper, and premium clarified butter. Known for its sophisticated flavor and massive popularity in premium urban seafood restaurants, it represents the soulful heart of modern Indian coastal gourmet dining. The taste is intensely savory and buttery, with the high-heat roasting providing a unique professional-grade charred finish to the shells. This dish is a mandatory staple for grand celebrations and elegant seafood dinners. Best enjoyed hot from the professional-grade cauldron with a side of toasted bread.

Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings2 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

2 large Mud Crabs, cleaned and halved
1/2 cup Salted Butter
2 tbsp Minced Garlic
1 tsp Cracked Black pepper
1 tbsp Lemon juice
1/2 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
1 tsp Dry chili flakes
Salt to taste
1 tbsp Olive oil
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Using fresh and alive mud crabs is mandatory for achieving the traditional professional-grade sweet flavor.
  • Ensuring the garlic is minced finely provides the absolute secret to providing a professional-grade seamless sauce.
  • The addition of cracked pepper provide the essential professional-grade pungent lift found in gourmet recipes.
  • Always toss the crabs over high heat specifically to ensure the professional-grade emulsion of butter and juices.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 plate (250g))

Calories

320 kcal

Protein

28g

Fat

18g

Carbs

12g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.