Simple & Fluffy Crab Stick and Egg Stir-Fry
How to Make a Deliciously Fluffy Crab Stick and Egg Stir-Fry
Here’s a super simple crab stick and egg stir-fry recipe that can be ready in 5 minutes, perfect for a busy breakfast or a light dinner. The melt-in-your-mouth soft eggs combined with savory crab sticks create a wonderful harmony. Enhanced with the rich aroma of sautéed scallions, sesame seeds, and fresh chives, it makes for a delightful meal. It’s also a great side dish for kids or a simple appetizer, so be sure to give it a try!
Main Ingredients- 2 fresh eggs (approx. 270g)
- 2 imitation crab sticks (approx. 70g)
- 10g butter
- 15g green onions (white parts preferred)
- A little chopped chives for garnish
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients you’ll need for the dish. Have ready 2 fresh eggs, 2 imitation crab sticks (about 70g), 10g of butter for richness, 15g of green onions for aromatic oil (using mostly the white parts is recommended), and a small amount of chives for garnish.
Step 2
Put on disposable gloves and gently shred the imitation crab sticks along their natural fibers. Shredding them into bite-sized pieces will give a better texture when eaten. Wash the chives and finely chop them for garnish.
Step 3
Now, let’s prepare the green onions to make aromatic scallion oil, which will enhance the dish’s flavor. Wash the green onions and finely chop them. You can use a mix of the white and green parts.
Step 4
Crack the 2 fresh eggs into a bowl and add a pinch of salt to season. Whisk the eggs thoroughly with a spoon or whisk until well combined, creating a smooth egg mixture. Ensuring there are no lumps will help achieve a soft texture.
Step 5
Now, let’s start stir-frying. Add the butter (10g), chopped green onions, and olive oil (1 tbsp) to a heated frying pan. Place it over medium heat on the stovetop. Be careful not to burn the butter; cooking over medium heat is ideal.
Step 6
While maintaining medium heat, sauté the green onions. Cook them until they become translucent and tender, allowing their fragrance to infuse into the oil, creating a delicious scallion oil. Stir occasionally to prevent burning and maximize the sweet aroma of the onions.
Step 7
Once the scallion oil is ready, add the shredded imitation crab sticks and stir-fry for about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Avoid overcooking the crab sticks, as they can become dry. Lightly stir-frying them will keep them tender.
Step 8
Push the sautéed crab sticks to one side of the frying pan and carefully pour the prepared egg mixture into the empty space. Let the egg mixture spread evenly across the pan.
Step 9
As soon as you pour the egg mixture, gently stir it with a spoon to create soft scrambled eggs. Crucially, turn off the heat when the eggs are about 60% cooked and still appear slightly moist. The residual heat will finish cooking the eggs gently, ensuring a moist and tender texture. (If the eggs continue to cook over direct heat until fully set, they can become firm. Turning off the heat when they seem slightly undercooked and letting the residual heat finish the job will result in a wonderfully soft egg stir-fry.)
Step 10
With the heat turned off, gently mix the softly cooked scrambled eggs and the sautéed crab sticks together using a spatula or spoon. The residual heat will help them combine without overcooking, keeping the eggs moist.
Step 11
Now, let’s enhance the flavor of the crab stick and egg stir-fry. Sprinkle a dash of pepper to add a fragrant kick. The subtle spice of the pepper will complement the flavors of the eggs and crab sticks beautifully.
Step 12
Finally, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Garnish with the chopped chives you prepared. Your delicious ‘Crab Stick and Egg Stir-Fry’ is now complete! It’s perfect as a side dish for rice or a simple brunch option.
