The appeal of soft shell crab is an understandable one. Its tough savoury exterior is aptly matched with a soft, chewy centre. Whether tossed in some greens or squished in between two buns, the finger-licking dish is bound to whet one’s appetite. Here are 9 places in the Klang Valley to satisfy your craving for anything and everything soft shell crab.
1. Jibby & Co
Jibby & Co serves up an authentic old school version of the humble soft shell crab. Tucked in between buns, the crab is served with sweet potato fries to meet a healthy balance of sweet and savoury. The dish is priced at RM29.
Address: GK11, Ground Floor, Empire Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS16/1, 47500 Subang Jaya.
Hours: 8:30 am – 10:30 pm, daily.
Tel: 03-5613 7070
2. Wondermama X
What better way to sample the crispy crustacean with Malaysia’s most well-known dish, the nasi lemak? The crispy ikan bilis and soft shell crab is complemented by some fragrant rice and a spicy kick from the sambal. This must-try dish at Wondermama X is priced at RM26.90.
Address: G-8C, Ground Floor, Avenue K, Avenue K, 156, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: 03-2161 2589
Website: http://wondermama.co/
3. Zawara Coffee
The deep-fried soft shell crab at Zawara Coffee is coupled with cheese and topped with fresh pickles and greens. The rich dish is available at all Zawara Coffee outlets nationwide, and it is priced at RM23.
Available at several outlets nationwide.
Website: http://www.zawaracoffee.com/
4. Sumo Sandwich
Imagine a Subway sandwich version of the burger and that is what you would get with a Sumo Sandwich. The filling meal is customisable, whether one prefers a seaweed bun or a bamboo one. To add a Japanese touch to the 7-inch soft shell crab sammie, one may also opt to add some kani, ebiko and torched cheddar cheese. The dish is priced at RM15.90.
Address: 1 Jalan Imbi, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia
Hours: 10am-10pm, daily.
Tel: 03-2110 1323
5. Hungry Bunch
Even if you weren’t hungry prior to stepping into this eatery, you just might salivate at the sight of the soft shell crab burger at The Hungry Bunch. Charcoal buns are served with soft shell crab and sweet potato fries, and this hearty dish is priced at RM28.
Address: F Floor, Lot F1.75, Sunway Pyramid
Tel: 03-5612 5974
6. Plan B
Plan B takes a different turn when it comes to serving the versatile soft shell crab, and tosses it alongside some pasta instead. Past guests have given the dish rave reviews, complementing Plan B for their simplistic yet scrumptious approach to tackling the well-loved crab. The dish is priced at RM23.
Available at several outlets nationwide.
Website: http://thebiggroup.co/planb/
7. Ploy
Where plenty of cafés prefer pairing soft shell crab with carbs, Ploy takes a greener approach by mixing it in with salad. This makes it a well-balanced and healthier approach to sampling the soft shell crab. The dish is priced at RM19.80.
Address: G-2, WORK@Clearwater, Jalan Changkat Semantan, 50490 Damansara, Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-2095 0999
Website: http://ploywithyourfood.com/
8. The Ming Room
Mantou is the base for this soft shell crab dish and it is a unique one considering how there is a stark difference in texture between the bread and the soft shell crab, which is doused in a special sauce. This is what makes the dish a must-try at The Ming Room.
Address: 285, Jalan Maarof, Bukit Bandaraya, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.
Tel: 03-2284 8822
9. Nosh-Up
It’s like a crispy KFC chicken, only in the form of a soft shell crab. This soft shell crab burger at Nosh-Up has gained rave reviews for its crunchy texture and savoury flavours. Served with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and a side of fries, this dish is priced at RM24.
Address: Lot C33 Concourse Level, Atria Shopping Gallery, Jalan SS22/23 Damansara Jaya
Tel: 03-7733 8238
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