Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.5 lb

fresh crabmeat

picked over

4 unit

dried mushrooms

soaked, sliced

0.33 cup

water chestnut

chopped

0.25 cup

bamboo shoot

sliced

4 unit

eggs

beaten

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

2 tbsp

oil

0.5 tsp

minced ginger

minced

2 unit

scallions

minced

0.5 cup

bean sprouts

Step 1
~2 min

Pick over crabmeat to remove any cartilage or shell.

Step 2
~2 min

Soak dried mushrooms in warm water for 15 minutes until soft.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove and discard mushroom stems.

Step 4
~2 min

Cut mushroom caps into thin strips.

Step 5
~2 min

Coarsely chop water chestnuts and bamboo shoots.

Step 6
~2 min

Beat eggs with salt and pepper.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat oil in a wok over high heat until just smoking.

Step 8
~2 min

Add minced ginger and scallions and stir fry for 10 seconds until fragrant.

Step 9
~2 min

Add crabmeat, mushrooms, water chestnuts, and bamboo shoots. Stir fry for 3 minutes, tossing to blend well.

Step 10
~2 min

Add bean sprouts and toss to mix.

Step 11
~2 min

Reduce heat to medium.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour beaten eggs over crabmeat mixture.

Step 13
~2 min

Cook over medium heat until omelet is set, about 3 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh, high-quality crabmeat for the best flavor.

Do not overcook the omelet, as it will become dry.

Garnish with extra scallions and a drizzle of sesame oil.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Ingredients can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with soy sauce or sweet chili sauce.

Pairs well with a side of steamed rice.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Crab is considered a delicacy in many Asian cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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