Chinese Steamed Oysters with Black Bean and Scallion Sauce

When lil' sis's best friend and I were trying to decide on the menu for lil' sis's 21st birthday bash, he requested Chinese steamed oysters with black bean sauce. Done! Simply because this recipe is so quick and easy.

Cua Rang Muoi Tieu, Me, Gung, Hanh, Toi (Vietnamese Salt and Pepper Crab with Tamarind, Ginger, Scallions, and Garlic)

Normally I prefer Dungeness crabs since that's what I grew up with. I think they're meaty and juicier than any other kind. But rock crabs were only $1.89/lb at the San Gabriel Superstore. So cheap! I bought 8 good-sized crabs for lil' sis's 21st birthday bash and they only cost me $14.27!

Does everyone know how to pick and prepare crabs? If not, here's a primer.

Singlong Black Pepper Sauce (Sos Lada Hitam)

Since I was making a seafood fest for lil' sis's 21st birthday bash, it was a great chance for me to try Singlong Black Pepper Sauce for crabs from the box of goodies I received from Asian Supermarket 365. The sauce sells for $2.89.