Ginataang Alimasag

Directions

1. 1
   Under cold running water, wash crabs well. Scrub shells with a kitchen brush to rid of dirt and grime. In a steamer basket, arrange crabs belly side down and sprinkle with salt to taste.
2. 2
   Place steamer basket in a pot filled with water. Over medium heat, steam crabs for about 20 to 25 minutes or until color changes to orange.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.In a wide pan or skillet over medium heat, heat oil.
4. 4
   Add onions, garlic and ginger and cook until limp and aromatic.
5. 5
   Add chili peppers and cook for about 30 to 40 seconds.
6. 6
   Add fish sauce and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Add coconut milk and simmer until reduced.
8. 8
   Add calabasa and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until half-cooked.
9. 9
   Add string beans and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
10. 10
    Add steamed crabs.
11. 11
    Add coconut cream and stir to combine. Continue to cook, regularly spooning sauce over crabs, for about 8 to 10 minutes or until sauce is thickened and vegetables are cooked but firm. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
12. 12
    Serve hot.