Coconut Crab
Coconut Crab (KOH-koh-nut krab)
Coconut Crab in Coconut Milk
Giant coconut crab simmered in coconut milk with garlic and lime. A rare island delicacy.
Nutrition & Info
Allergen Warnings
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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1
Clean crabs and crack shells.
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2
Saute onion and garlic in oil.
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3
Add coconut milk and bring to simmer.
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4
Add crab pieces.
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Cook 20 minutes until crab is done.
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6
Season with lime, salt, and pepper.
Did You Know?
Coconut crabs can grow to 4kg and live up to 60 years, making them the world's largest land crustacean.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Coconut Crab
Coconut crabs are found across Vanuatu's islands and have been hunted as a food source for thousands of years. Their meat is rich and sweet, flavored by their coconut diet.
Overharvesting has made them increasingly rare, and some islands now restrict hunting to preserve populations.
Eating coconut crab is considered a special occasion in Ni-Vanuatu culture.
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