Ganjang Gejang

Ingredients

Fresh crabs

4-6, cleaned

Soy sauce

1 cup

Water

1/2 cup

Sugar

2 tablespoons

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Green onions

3, chopped

Red chili pepper

1, sliced (or to taste)

Sesame oil

2 tablespoons

Toasted sesame seeds

2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Begin by cleaning the crabs thoroughly. Remove the gills and the apron (the flap on the underside of the crab). Rinse under cold water to ensure they are clean.
2. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, water, sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and sliced red chili pepper. Stir well until the sugar dissolves.
3. Carefully place the cleaned crabs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. You may need to press them down gently.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours. This marinating process allows the crabs to absorb the rich flavors of the sauce.
5. Before serving, remove the crabs from the marinade. Drizzle sesame oil over the crabs and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to enhance the flavor and presentation.
6. Gently mix the crabs to ensure the sesame oil and sesame seeds are evenly distributed.
7. Serve the Ganjang Gejang chilled as a refreshing appetizer, accompanied by a side of steamed rice and pickled vegetables for a complete experience.