Steamed Crab Claw with Egg Whites
Serves
1
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
10 min
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This dish features steamed crab claws paired with fluffy egg whites, creating an elegant meal. With minimal effort, this recipe highlights the sweetness of crab and the lightness of egg whites, making it a delightful option for special occasions or intimate gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 Egg whites
- 4 tbsp (60 mL) Chicken stock
- ½ tsp (2.5 mL) Salt
- ½ tsp (2.5 mL) Sugar
- ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) Ground white pepper
- 1 Crab claw (shell removed)
Instructions
- Step 1
Mix the egg white and chicken stock in a heat proof bowl. Add salt, sugar, and ground white pepper. Stir together.
- Step 2
Place crab claw in the egg mixture.
- Step 3
Boil a pot of water. Place the small bowl into the pot so it sits above the water level. Steam the bowl inside the pot on low to medium heat for 8-9 minutes.
- Step 4
Serve immediately.
Tips
Tips:
For best results, use sodium-free chicken stock
Reduce the amount of salt if using store-bought frozen crab, as it may already contain salt
Nutrition Facts
| Per serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 150 |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 4 g |
| Fibre | 0 g |
| Sugars | 2 g |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Sodium | 2431 mg |