Alimasag (Crab Meat, Zamboanga Style)
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/2 lb. ground ham
2 tbsp. minced onions
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. freshly ground ginger
1 lb. fresh or canned crab meat, picked over
Heat the oil in a deep skillet; saute the ham and onions 10 minutes. Mix together the cornstarch, water and soy sauce; stir into the skillet until thickened. Gradually add the eggs, mixing steadily. Add the salt, pepper and ginger; cook over low heat 5 minutes. Add the crab meat; heat; taste for seasoning and serve on rice. Serves: 6.
