Savory Crab and Shrimp in Spicy Egg Sauce

Crab and Shrimp in Egg Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 kg (2.2 lbs) fresh crab or mud crab, cleaned
• 1 kg (2.2 lbs) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 3 large ripe tomatoes, blended into a smooth sauce
• 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 large onions, coarsely chopped
• 4 stalks green onions, roughly sliced
• 2 red chilies, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
• 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, thinly sliced
• 2 kaffir lime leaves
• 1 small stalk lemongrass, bruised
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• A splash of fish sauce
• Salt to taste
• Seasoning to taste
• Sugar to taste
• Cooking oil or butter for sautéing

Instructions:

1. Sauté Aromatics:

   • Heat a generous amount of cooking oil or butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
   • Stir in the blended tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until the mixture begins to simmer.

2. Add Spices and Herbs:

   • Introduce the finely sliced red chilies, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and bruised lemongrass. Stir well and cook until the mixture starts to bubble.

3. Incorporate Seafood:

   • Add the cleaned crab to the pan. Gently break the crab shells slightly to allow the flavors to penetrate. Cook for about 5 minutes.
   • Add the shrimp, fish sauce, soy sauce, salt, seasoning, and sugar to taste. Stir thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.

4. Mix in Vegetables:

   • Toss in the coarsely chopped onions and sliced green onions. Continue to stir for another 3 minutes.
   • Sprinkle in the ground black pepper and adjust the seasoning as needed.

5. Add Beaten Eggs:

   • Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the pan while stirring gently to create a smooth, creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the eggs are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.

6. Final Adjustments:

   • Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, sugar, or salt if necessary.

7. Serve:

   • Serve hot, straight from the pan. For a delightful pairing, consider making spicy potato dishes like balado potatoes to complement the meal.

Enjoy this savory and hearty dish that perfectly combines the sweetness of crab and shrimp with a rich, flavorful egg sauce!