The Ecuadorian crab feast is a celebration from the coast, where crabs are cooked in a harmonious blend of flavors with beer, herbs, and spices. An culinary experience that merges tradition and taste in every bite. A delight for seafood lovers.
To enjoy the crab feast, it is recommended to carefully select live crabs and discard those that are not alive.
In a large pot with various herbs and seasonings, the crabs are cooked until they turn a reddish tone, adding beer and plantains to enhance the flavor.
Once ready, they are served with cooked plantains, onion sauce, fried plantains, and popcorn, creating a culinary experience rich in flavors and textures.
Crab Feast
Ingredients
1 Bunch of crabs
1 Large bottle of beer
2 Ripe plantains cut into pieces
2 Unripe plantains cut into pieces
4 White onions cut into cubes
5 Sprigs of whole cilantro
½ cup of Crushed garlic cloves
½ cup of Oregano
¼ cup of Whole cumin
¼ cup of Black peppercorns
½ cup of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare the crab feast, thoroughly wash the crabs with a stiff-bristled brush and ensure all are alive; discard any that are dead.
Step 2 : In a large pot with water, place the onions, cilantro, garlic, oregano, cumin, pepper, and salt.
Step 3 : Wait for the water to boil and then add the crabs one by one until they are completely covered with water.
Step 4 : Add the beer and the plantains with shells, and wait until the crabs turn red, boiling them for about 10 more minutes.
Step 5 : Then, remove the crabs from the pot and quickly pass them through cold water to tenderize the meat.
Step 6 : To serve, place the crab feast on large trays, accompanied by cooked plantains, onion sauce, fried plantains, and popcorn.
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