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THE CHINESE COOK BOOK

CRAB IN GOLDEN POND


HI

JOK

JING

DON

7 eggs
3 pounds crab
1 tablespoonful Chinese ham dice

(a) Remove the shell from the crab. Cut the meat into small pieces.

(b) Mix the eggs with an equal amount of cold, boiled water. Beat well. Salt to suit the taste.

(c) Put the eggs in a suitable bowl. Spread the crab on top. Steam for 20 minutes.

Garnish with the ham and parsley, and serve with oil and sauce.