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.
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 | |
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.
Can be served with rice.