How should hairy crabs be placed when steamed? It's a worthwhile question. Based on the advice of culinary experts, we can arrange hairy crabs in the following ways in order to better maintain their shape and texture.
First of all, we need to put the hairy crab on the steaming rack of the steamer. The function of the steaming rack is to support the hairy crab and prevent it from directly touching the bottom of the steamer, which can prevent the hairy crab from being subjected to too much heat during the steaming process and becoming shriveled. At the same time, placing the hairy crab on the steaming rack also allows the steam to circulate better, making it heat more evenly.
Secondly, in the placementHairy crabs, shouldwilltheBelly side up。This will prevent the crab roe or crab paste from being lost during the steaming process. At the same time, placing the belly side up also allows the crab legs to unfold naturally, better maintaining their integrity.
In addition, we shouldNotebelowA few points
1.Make sure that the body and feet of the hairy crab are intact, and if there is any damage or breakage, it should be disposed of in time.
2.During the steaming process, excessive temperatures should be avoided to prevent the taste of the hairy crabs from becoming dry and hard. Generally speaking, the steam temperature of the steamer should be around 100.
3.The steaming time should be determined according to the size and number of hairy crabs, generally speaking, the steaming time of each hairy crab should be about 10-15 minutes.
By placing the hairy crabs in the above ways, we can better maintain their shape and taste, and make the steamed hairy crabs more tender and delicious. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to controlling the steaming time and temperature, so as not to affect the taste and nutritional value of hairy crabs.