Crabs in Coconut Milk (Ginataang Alimango)

Ingredients for Crabs in Coconut Milk (Ginataang Alimango)

• 4 large mud crabs
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups squash, cubed
• 1/2 cup water or crab stock
• 1 can coconut milk (13.5 fl oz)
• 1 cup yardlong beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1–2 red or green chili peppers
• Fish sauce, for seasoning

How to cook Crabs in Coconut Milk (Ginataang Alimango)

1. 1.Bring enough water to boil in a large pot. Add crabs head-first, salt, and simmer 10 minutes; halve crabs and reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid.
2. 2.Sauté garlic and onion in oil over medium heat until tender and aromatic. Add squash and water or reserved crab stock.
3. 3.Simmer until squash is tender, then add coconut milk and cook until squash is very soft and the sauce is thickened.
4. 4.Add crab, yardlong beans, chili, and fish sauce. Simmer 10–15 minutes until beans are tender and sauce thickens.
5. 5.Transfer to a serving dish and serve with steamed rice.