Ministry of Crab Bangkok




Inspired by the famous Singapore Chilli Crab, we have created our own unique version of this dish that gave Sri Lankan Crabs the iconic status they enjoy in South East Asia. We believe in sustainability and do not serve crabs below 500g.
Availability of crab sizes depends on the weather gods and various other factors. There are no regulations against harvesting baby crab, but at Ministry of Crab we believe in sustainability and do not serve crabs below 500g.
Mud Crab
Mud Crab
Original Recipe Pepper Crab: Black Pepper has been the true 'king of spice' of Sri Lanka for centuries. Hand-crushed and rolled on a 'miris gala'. Steamed Crab with Butter: This dish is the best way to appreciate the full flavour of these amazing crustaceans. Olive Oil Garlic Chilli Crab: A Ministry of Crab original, where Mediterranean flavours and Japanese food philosophies meet Sri Lankan Crab. Sri Lankan Curry Crab: A traditional Sri Lankan curry that combines Sri Lanka's freshest crabs with an array of Sri Lankan spices and sprigs of drumstick leaves. Chilli Crab (MOC Version): Inspired by the famous Singapore Chilli Crab, created with our own unique version. Spicy Thai Basil Crab: Inspired by the vibrant street food of Thailand, fresh Mud Crab and an aromatic Thai Basil sauce are artfully combined.
Fresh lagoon mud crab, famous for its sweet, firm flesh and impressive size. Available in various sizes and prepared in signature Sri Lankan or Thai styles. Requires using hands and crab crackers to extract the meat from the thick shell.
Baked Crab
Baked Crab
Inspired by the classic, Dharshan created this version as he feels that the 'main ingredient in Baked Crab should be crab'. Likened by many to a crab risotto, this dish is rich and savoury with a hint of soy sauce that brings out the umami.
A rich, risotto-like dish focusing heavily on crab meat. Savory with deep umami flavors from soy sauce. Served in a shell, it is creamy and intense.
Moc(k) Baked Crab
Moc(k) Baked Crab
Alternative version of the Baked Crab.
A variation of the signature baked crab dish, likely suitable for vegetarians or those avoiding shellfish (check with staff). Savory and creamy texture similar to the original.
Crab Liver Pâté
Crab Liver Pâté
20g, with Melba Toast. Our creamy crab liver pâté is an umami flavour bomb. Add a drop of Kithul Treacle (palm sugar syrup) to round out the dish with an incredible smoky sweetness. Limited quantities available daily.
A rich, intense spread made from crab liver, similar to foie gras but with seafood depth. Creamy and savory with a hit of umami. Best enjoyed spread on the accompanying crispy toast with a drop of sweet syrup.
Kaphrao Crab
Kaphrao Crab
Deshelled mud crab meat stir fried with garlic, chilli and Thai basil, similar to how a kaphrao would be created. The fresh crab meat adds a new dimension to this iconic Thai dish!
Stir-fried deshelled crab meat cooked with spicy Thai holy basil, garlic, and chilies. Aromatic, spicy, and savory. Eat with rice for a classic Thai flavor experience.
Avocado Crab Salad
Avocado Crab Salad
Steamed and chilled white crab meat gently mixed into a wasabi mayonnaise and served in half an avocado.
Chilled crab meat salad served inside an avocado half. Creamy texture from wasabi mayonnaise with a mild kick. A refreshing and light starter.
The Freshwater Prawns of Sri Lanka, also known as Lake Lobsters, are giants compared to their counterparts and it is very rare to find a consistent supply of prawns of this size. In fact, Sri Lanka has the distinction of being one of a very few countries blessed with this culinary gem.
Freshwater Prawns
Freshwater Prawns
Giant river prawns, often called 'Lake Lobsters' due to their massive size and meaty texture. The head is filled with rich tomalley. Served grilled or sautéed in various aromatic sauces.
Clay Pot Prawn Curry
Clay Pot Prawn Curry
A combination of Freshwater and Black Tiger Prawns adding up to half a kilo, to make the stock extra flavoursome, go into this spicy curry. Served with traditional wood fired Kade Bread. (Serves 2-4)
A spicy, aromatic curry cooked in a clay pot containing a mix of large prawns. The sauce is rich and flavorful from the prawn stock. Served with wood-fired bread for dipping.
Kade Bread
Kade Bread
18 cubes of traditional Sri Lankan wood fired bread.
Traditional Sri Lankan bread baked in a wood-fired oven. Crispy on the outside and soft inside. Perfect for soaking up curry sauces.
Garlic Bread
Garlic Bread
A thick slice of traditional Sri Lankan wood fired bread glazed in garlic butter and chargrilled.
Thick slices of rustic bread topped with garlic butter and grilled. Crunchy, savory, and aromatic. A great accompaniment to seafood dishes.
Prawn Bisque
Prawn Bisque
This hearty bisque blends the fresh flavour of Sri Lanka's amazing Freshwater Prawn with a combination of Sri Lankan spices. Served with traditional wood fired Kade Bread.
A smooth, creamy soup made from freshwater prawns and aromatic spices. Rich seafood flavor with a hint of spice. Served with bread for dipping.
Oyster Sixers
Oyster Sixers
These warm water oysters taste much better when served at a lower temperature than their habitat temperature, which is why we shuck and chill them for at least 6 hours. Served with our homemade hot sauce and aged soy sauce. Use 2 - 3 drops on each oyster and a dash of freshly squeezed lime! Comes in a set of six.
Fresh warm-water oysters served chilled to enhance texture. Briny and refreshing. Best enjoyed with the provided hot sauce, soy sauce, and a squeeze of lime.
Clams
Clams
A favourite among our regulars, these clams are fresh and made to a simple Japanese preparation of butter and soy sauce.
Fresh clams cooked simply with butter and soy sauce. The broth is savory and rich with umami. Eat the clam meat and sip the flavorful juices.
Chicken Curry Rice
Chicken Curry Rice
A la minute boneless dark meat chicken curry with bold, spicy tones. Served with steamed rice, Pol Sambol and a fried egg.
A spicy chicken curry made with boneless dark meat for tenderness. Served as a complete meal with rice, a fried egg, and coconut garnish. Rich, hearty, and flavorful.
Chicken Teriyaki (Regular/Extra Spicy)
Chicken Teriyaki (Regular/Extra Spicy)
True to Dharshan's Japanese heritage this teriyaki sauce is two decades old and is made without any preservatives or artificial taste enhancers. Never frozen boneless chicken is then cooked on hardwood charcoal to create this sweet yet tangy dish.
Grilled boneless chicken glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce. Sweet, savory, and smoky from the charcoal grill. Can be ordered regular or with an extra spicy kick.
Olive Oil & Soy Sauce Grilled Chicken
Olive Oil & Soy Sauce Grilled Chicken
Tender chicken leg meat coated with a lightly whisked olive oil and soy sauce foam and chargrilled to perfection.
Grilled chicken leg meat seasoned with olive oil and soy sauce. Juicy and savory with a charred exterior. A simple but flavorful dish focusing on the quality of the meat.
Seer Teriyaki (Regular/Extra Spicy)
Seer Teriyaki (Regular/Extra Spicy)
Sri Lanka's favourite fish, cooked on charcoal with Dharshan's homemade teriyaki sauce to create a truly Japanese flavour.
Seer fish (similar to King Mackerel) grilled with a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze. Firm, meaty fish with a smoky flavor. A fusion of Sri Lankan ingredient and Japanese cooking.
Seer Batayaki
Seer Batayaki
Fillets of seer lightly sautéed in butter to give them a golden-brown glaze.
Seer fish fillets sautéed in butter. The fish is firm and meaty with a rich, buttery coating. Simple and elegant.
Olive Oil & Soy Sauce Grilled Seer
Olive Oil & Soy Sauce Grilled Seer
Fillets of seer coated with a lightly whisked olive oil and soy sauce foam and chargrilled to perfection.
Grilled seer fish fillets seasoned with olive oil and soy sauce. Firm texture with a savory, charred flavor. Light and aromatic.
Steamed Japonica Rice
Steamed Japonica Rice
Short-grain Japanese rice, steamed until fluffy and sticky. Neutral flavor that pairs perfectly with rich curries and sauces.
Garlic Rice
Garlic Rice
Rice fried with plenty of garlic. Aromatic and savory. A flavorful alternative to plain steamed rice.
Japanese Style Fried Rice
Japanese Style Fried Rice
Japanese-style fried rice (Chahan). Choose from leek, prawn, or crab versions. Savory, fluffy, and wok-fried for a smoky aroma.
Morning Glory Stir-Fried with Garlic
Morning Glory Stir-Fried with Garlic
Water spinach stir-fried quickly with garlic. Crunchy stems and tender leaves with a savory garlic flavor. A classic Asian side dish.
Button Mushrooms
Button Mushrooms
Fresh button mushrooms, likely sautéed or grilled. Earthy and tender. A simple vegetable accompaniment.
Mixed Vegetables
Mixed Vegetables
An assortment of seasonal vegetables cooked together. Provides a fresh and crunchy contrast to rich main dishes.
Pol Sambol (with Maldive Fish)
Pol Sambol (with Maldive Fish)
Made à la minute to a Sangakkara family recipe, our Pol Sambol is hand-scraped to order before being ground on a traditional 'miris gala' (grinding stone), as a mixture of coconut, chilli and onion. It is a great accompaniment to our curry dishes and Kade Bread.
A traditional Sri Lankan relish made from fresh coconut, chili, onion, and cured fish. Spicy, zesty, and texturally interesting. Traditionally eaten mixed with rice or bread.
Porn Star Martini
Porn Star Martini
A unique concoction of passion fruit pulp, and vanilla infused absolut vodka.
A fruity and sweet cocktail made with passion fruit and vanilla vodka. Tropical and aromatic.
Small Island Iced Tea
Small Island Iced Tea
A boozy concoction of gin, rum, vodka, tequila, and triple sec, with flavours of peach tea & syrup. Our twist on the long island iced tea.
A potent cocktail combining multiple spirits with peach tea flavor. A local twist on the Long Island Iced Tea. Refreshing but strong.
Chrysanthemum Mule
Chrysanthemum Mule
Chrysanthemum infused Absolut vodka, with flavours of lychee, fresh ginger, and lime topped with a splash of Bundaberg ginger beer.
A floral and spicy drink featuring chrysanthemum vodka and ginger beer. Sweetness from lychee balances the ginger spice. Refreshing and fizzy.
Pink Dragon
Pink Dragon
Barcardi rum, lychee, pink dragonfruit, with a touch of triple sec. A refreshing drink, perfect for Bangkok weather.
A vibrant pink cocktail made with rum and dragonfruit. Fruity, sweet, and visually striking. Very refreshing in hot weather.
Cucumber Elderflower Gimlet
Cucumber Elderflower Gimlet
Refreshing flavours of cucumber, lemon and elderflower with Hendricks gin & a splash of tonic.
A crisp and floral cocktail with gin, cucumber, and elderflower. Clean, herbal, and slightly sweet. Served chilled.
Classic Magarita / Blue Magarita
Classic Magarita / Blue Magarita
A classic tequila-based cocktail with lime and triple sec. Served with a salt rim. Choose between the traditional version or the blue curacao variation.
Gin Martini / Vodka Martini
Gin Martini / Vodka Martini
A sophisticated cocktail made with gin or vodka and dry vermouth. Strong, clear, and cold. Typically garnished with an olive or lemon twist.
Mojito
Mojito
A refreshing Cuban highball. Made with white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint. Sweet, citrusy, and herbaceous.
Negroni
Negroni
A classic Italian cocktail made with equal parts gin, vermouth, and Campari. Bitter, sweet, and herbal. Served over ice.
Old Fashioned
Old Fashioned
A whiskey cocktail made with sugar and bitters. Stirred and served over a large ice cube. Rich, strong, and smooth.
White / Black Russian
White / Black Russian
A vodka and coffee liqueur cocktail. The Black Russian is strong and sweet; the White Russian adds cream for a decadent dessert-like drink.
Aperol Spritz
Aperol Spritz
An Italian wine-based cocktail. Made with Prosecco, Aperol, and soda water. Bubbly, bitter-sweet, and refreshing.
Whisky Sour
Whisky Sour
A cocktail containing whiskey, lemon juice, and sugar. Often served with egg white for foam. Sweet, sour, and creamy.
Mimosa
Mimosa
A cocktail composed of champagne and chilled citrus juice, usually orange juice. Light, fizzy, and fruity.
Pink Lady
Pink Lady
A classic gin-based cocktail with grenadine and egg white. Pink in color, creamy in texture, and sweet-tart in flavor.
Espresso Martini
Espresso Martini
A cold coffee-flavored cocktail made with vodka, espresso coffee, and coffee liqueur. Rich, energizing, and smooth.
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