Singaporean Chili Crab Bee Hoon

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) fresh crab meat 500g (1.1 lb) fresh crab meat
• 200g (7 oz) rice noodles 200g (7 oz) rice noodles
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
• 2 red chilies, sliced 2 red chilies, sliced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup water
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Spring onions, sliced, for garnish Spring onions, sliced, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 4g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Prepare the rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and sliced red chilies to the pan. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, mix together the tomato paste, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, chicken or vegetable broth, and water. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and stir well.
5. 5.
   Add the crab meat to the pan and stir gently to coat it with the sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the crab meat is cooked through.
6. 6.
   Place the cooked rice noodles on serving plates. Spoon the chili crab sauce over the noodles.
7. 7.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced spring onions.
8. 8.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Crab meat — Ensure that the crab meat is fresh and of high quality. If fresh crab is not available, you can use frozen crab meat as a substitute. Thaw it thoroughly before cooking.

Tips & Tricks

• To make the dish spicier, add more sliced red chilies or a dash of chili flakes.
• For a milder version, remove the seeds from the red chilies before slicing.
• Serve the dish with a side of steamed vegetables to add freshness and balance to the meal.
• If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water and add it to the sauce during cooking.
• Adjust the sweetness and saltiness of the sauce according to your taste preferences.

Serving advice

Serve the Singaporean Chili Crab Bee Hoon hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and spring onions. Accompany it with a side of steamed vegetables and enjoy the vibrant flavors of Singaporean cuisine.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, arrange the rice noodles neatly on the plate and place the crab meat on top. Drizzle some of the chili sauce over the noodles and garnish with fresh cilantro and spring onions. Serve with a wedge of lime for an extra burst of citrus flavor.