Chilli crab

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/chilli-crab

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary crustacean?Mud crabs (Scylla serrata) are the traditional and preferred species
2. What is the sauce composition?A complex emulsion of tomato, chilli, garlic, ginger, and savory seasonings
3. Why is chilli crab special?It mixes sweet tomato, spicy chillies, and savory sauces, making a balanced and exciting taste.
4. How is chilli crab cooked?It is stir‑fried quickly in a hot wok so the crab stays tender and the sauce coats it evenly.

Gastronomic Heritage: The traditions, history, and cultural significance associated with food and cooking.
Culinary Ambassador: A dish or food item that represents and promotes a country's or region's cuisine internationally.
Wok Hei: A Cantonese term referring to the 'breath of the wok,' a smoky aroma and flavor imparted by high-heat stir-frying.
Emulsion: A mixture of two liquids that normally do not mix, such as oil and water, often stabilized by another ingredient.