2 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander, to serve
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2cm/¾in fresh root ginger, peeled and finely chopped
600ml/1 pint chicken stock
75²µ/2½´Ç³ú plain flour
75²µ/2½´Ç³ú panko or fresh breadcrumbs
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 star anise
sunflower oil, for deep-frying
2 free-range eggs, beaten
2 cooked crabs, brown and white meat removed and kept separate, shells reserved, claws left whole
200g/7oz raw prawns, heads and shells removed and reserved, de-veined, meat finely chopped
150ml/5fl oz brandy
1 tbsp dry sherry