Eat Chili Crab in Singapore

📍 Singapore, Singapore🔄 Repeatable👤 All ages

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Singapore's national dish combines sweet mud crabs in a tangy tomato-chili sauce that perfectly balances sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Head to Newton Food Centre or East Coast Seafood Centre for the authentic experience—eating with your hands is encouraged, and the messier you get, the better you're doing it. Don't forget the mantou buns for sopping up the incredible sauce.

Difficulty

8/100Easy

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Cost

$25 – $50

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Time

30min

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People

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Setting

either

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Season

any

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Equipment

None needed

People who tried this

“I was excited when the star of the evening finally appeared on our table. A whole crab covered in delicious tomato and chili sauce was waiting for my taste buds and I quickly learned Singaporean Chili Crab etiquette. First, you take the bread, break it in half and dip it generously into the savory sauce. Then, you start eating the crab. I was surprised to learn that I had to use my hands to eat, which felt awkward at first in such a nice restaurant. However, I got soon used to the delicious messiness and enjoyed every bite of the flavorful crab.”

positive— Linda · Linda Goes Eastsource ↗