It is more appropriate to make crabs during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The method is as follows:

Main ingredients: 4 crabs.

Accessories: 1 piece of ginger.

1. Brush the crabs slightly, rinse them, drain them and place them on a plate.

2. Slice the ginger and place it on the crab.

3. Put it in the steam oven.

4. Set the pure steam function to 100 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

5. Remove the rope after steaming.

Precautions for steaming crabs

1. Choose fresh crabs: When choosing crabs, pay attention to the fact that the crabs are plump in size, have shiny shells, have energetic legs, and have no obvious damage or damage. Odor. It is best to choose crabs that are still alive to ensure the freshness of the ingredients.

2. Prepare a suitable steamer: When steaming crabs, you need to use a suitable steamer. Choose a steamer large enough to accommodate a whole crab. At the same time, some brackets or bamboo mats should be placed at the bottom of the steamer to prevent crabs from directly contacting the bottom of the steamer and damaging the appearance and taste.

3. Add seasonings: Before steaming the crabs, you can fill the crabs with some seasonings, such as minced garlic, ginger slices, tempeh, etc., to add flavor. In addition, adding some spices, such as star anise, bay leaves, etc., to the steamer can also add aroma.

4. Master the steaming time: The time for steaming crabs should be adjusted according to the size and quantity of crabs. Typically, medium-sized crabs will take around 10-15 minutes to cook, while large crabs may take longer. When cooked, the crab shell turns red, the crab meat turns white, and the crab roe takes on a bright yellow color.

5. Pay attention to the control of heat: When steaming crabs, the heat should be moderate and the water should be kept boiling. If the heat is too high, the crab meat will become hard, while if the heat is too low, the crab will be undercooked.