There are a few things in Singapore that I know I will miss and want to take home. Most of these things are of course my friends, but they'll put my suitcase over the 50 lbs. limit. Other things though, I have to ask. In an earlier post I expressed my love for Satay. Satay is still one of my favorite Singaporean foods, but I am afraid it has fallen second to my new number one: Chili Crab. One of the most Singaporean things to do is eat chili crab. I have heard that the places most famous for it are East Coast Park and Boat Quay. I chose Boat Quay. I can't believe I have waited so long to finally try it! It is difficult to be a tourist in the place where you live, even if it is only for one year. In the beginning of my stay here I was a great tourist, but since then I've settled into habits and schedules. What is the best way to break a routine? Play Hostess! When an out of town friend comes to visit, one gets a rare opportunity to enjoy their touristic enthusiasm while still having the luxuries of home. My friend from home happened to come to Singapore through work and I serendipitously discovered his presence here through what else but the uncanny social machine called facebook. With him I revisited Pulau Ubin, Macritchie Reservoir, Ladies Night in Clarke Quay, and of course finally discovered Chili Crab. This photo was taken from Pulau Ubin. Precarious?
How do they make the chili crab sauce? I had to look it up-
http://www.sbs.com.au/food/
I will do my best at recreating this recipe at home, but I know it can never be the same (unless my mom helps, hint hint**). I will just have to come back to Singapore, oh well!
I'd like to add my vote to the never ending political debate between Chili Crab and Pepper Crab:
Chili Crab kicks Pepper Crabs ass!
I'd like to add my vote to the never ending political debate between Chili Crab and Pepper Crab:Chili Crab kicks Pepper Crabs ass!
Thanks for the recipe...and the discovery, for that matter. The hostess with the mostess without a doubt. Singapore remains the best port I've visited. Ever.
ReplyDeletePrecarious Palau is a nice touch.