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Stir-fry
Chilli crab
at Jumbo Seafood
Singapore, Asia
Recommended by Lonely Planet and 15 other food critics.
jumboseafood.com.sg
Recommendations
"If you’re lusting after chilli crab – and you should be – this is a good place to indulge. The gravy is sweet and nutty, with just the right amount of chilli."
"Jumbo Seafood's chili crab is a best of Singapore experience. One of the top places to order this best of Singapore dish is Jumbo Seafood Restaurant."
"JUMBO Seafood has always been the place to go for chilli crab since it opened in 1987 at the still-popular East Coast Seafood Centre. The gravy accompanying the flavoursome crab at Jumbo is slightly more tomatoe-y than elsewhere and richly layered with egg."
"I was relieved that the crab wasn’t too spicy. The sauce was really tasty with a touch of sweetness and just enough heat."
"Lots of crab meat, tasty gravy. My point is: this is dangerously delicious."
"Standout dish here was the famous Singapore chilli crab – huge mud crabs cooked in a thick eggy and spicy red sauce that would count as one of the dishes that I would crave for time and again."
"The thing that defines the style and tastes for chilli crab at a seafood restaurant must be the chilli sauce. No doubt, the chilli sauce of Jumbo lives up to its reputation – a classic version, which is thick, sweet, and slightly spicy."
"The crab was cooked perfectly, leaving the meat tender and soft, falling off the shell. It was absolutely delicious."
"My goodness the chilli crab is incredible. The succulent, juicy crab meat is coated in an addictive sauce."
"A Singapore specialty – Chilli Crab: live Sri Lankan crab stir-fried in a rich, savoury, chilli gravy served with steamed or deep-fried buns (Man-Tou). The buns were almost as delicious as the chilli crab."
User comments
"The best chilli crab - spice is not too overpowering. Prepare to eat with your hands as it is the best way to eat it."
"Jumbo Seafood is a Singaporean institution renowned for its legendary Chili Crab. This iconic dish, with its unique blend of flavors and textures, is a must-try for any visitor. The restaurant itself offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and the focus on fresh, high-quality seafood shines through in every dish. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply looking for a memorable dining experience, Jumbo Seafood is sure to impress."
"There is always something terribly fun and satisfying about eating crab. Picking the meat, getting the best bits, getting frustrated but then rewarded, it’s a trip of its ow . And if it’s dunk in creamy, spicy, sweet, delectable sauce, there are few things that can beat it. I’ll never forget the experience and it would definitely be part of my “last meal” menu. The price tag I won’t forget either, but I’d go back any time for it."
"Outstanding!"