Garlic Butter Crab & Vegetable Stir-Fry – Ready in 15 Minutes!

This Crab & Vegetable Stir-Fry combines sweet lump crab meat with crisp vegetables in a rich garlic butter sauce. A light yet satisfying dish that’s packed with protein and nutrients – perfect for quick weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining!

Ingredients (Serves 2-3):

Main Ingredients:

  • 12 oz (340g) lump crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 2 green onions, sliced

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Garnish:

  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions:

1️⃣ Prep Ingredients:

  1. Drain crab meat and check for shells. Pat dry.
  2. Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

2️⃣ Stir-Fry Vegetables:

  1. Heat butter and oil in a wok/large skillet over high heat.
  2. Add garlic and ginger, stir 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add bell pepper, snap peas, carrot, and zucchini. Stir-fry 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.

3️⃣ Add Crab & Sauce:

  1. Gently fold in crab meat and green onions.
  2. Pour sauce over and toss carefully to combine. Cook 1-2 minutes until heated through.

4️⃣ Serve:

  1. Garnish with sesame seeds and cilantro.
  2. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Pro Tip: For extra flavor, add 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine with the sauce!

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