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DISH NAME : KERALA CRAB MASALA
Preparation Time : 30 minutes
Cooking Time : 25 minutes
Description
Crabs are prepared and eaten as a dish in several different ways all over the world. Some species are eaten whole, including the shell, such as soft-shell crab; with other species just the claws and/or legs are eaten.
Note
1) Crab will turn orange in color after it has been cooked.
2) The kokum i have used here is kerala kokum known as kudampuli.
| Quantity | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| CRAB MASALA | ||
| 500 Gm.s | Crab cleaned | |
| 2 Tbsp. | Ginger chopped finely | |
| 3 Tbsp. | Shallot, finely chopped | |
| 2 Tbsp. | Chilli powder | |
| 1 Tsp. | Corriander powder | |
| 1 Tsp. | Turmeric powder | |
| 2 No.s | Kokum / kudampuli | |
| 3 No.s | Green chillies chopped | |
| 2 Sprigs | Curry leaves ,washed and torn | |
| Salt to taste | ||
| 2 Tbsp. | Coconut oil | |
| 1 Cup | Water | |
Method
1) Cut crab into uniform pieces.
2) Mix all the ingredients together. Keep aside for an hour.
3) Then transfer the crab with all the other ingredients to an earthenware / clay pot.
4) Add water and bring to a boil.
5) Then cook on a low flame till crab is cooked and a thick gravy forms.
Serving Suggestions
Can be served with rice.