Crab Masala

This crab masala recipe takes masala curries to new heights The juicy crab meat is brought to center stage and heightened with the spicy masala. Crab is not the easiest meat to cook, but once you get it down you will have a delicious pay day. This recipe doesn’t specify exactly which type of crab to use, so you should feel free to cook your favorite crab. Just don’t forget that not all crabs taste the same; you may have to experiment with this dish to get it to taste just how you want it to.

This Crab Masala recipe tastes great with rice or roti, and the combination makes a great meal for lunch! Make sure you pack the meal in an insulated lunch box so you can enjoy it warm later.

Health Benefits

When you eat crab, you’re doing more than just enjoying a tasty meal, you’re also ensuring that your body is receiving some primo health benefits. Crab has a lot of vitamins and minerals that are essential for your body. Eating it gives you access to copper, vitamin B2, selenium, and omega-3 fatty acids. These elements work together to improve brain cognition and nervous system capabilities by reducing plaque and inflammation that is blocking neural pathways.

Ingredients

tbsp coconut oil: 4

tsp fennel seeds: 1

tsp cumin seeds: 1

large onion – finely chopped: 1

green chillies - slit: 2

handful of curry leaves: 1

tbsp ginger garlic paste: 1

tbsp coriander powder: 1

tsp chilli powder: 1

tsp turmeric powder: 1/2

tsp garam masala powder: 2

handful coriander leaves – finely chopped: 1

salt to taste

medium sized crab – cleaned: 4

tsp turmeric powder: 1/2

cup water: 1/2

salt to taste

How To Make Crab Masala

1. Place cleaned crab in a sauce pan,
   1. Add 1/2 cup of water, salt, and turmeric powder.
   2. Mix well.
   3. Cover and cook for 3 mins.
2. Strainthe mixture and set aside, reserve the cooking water.
3. Heat oil in a kadai.
   1. Crackle in cumin and fennel seeds.
   2. Add in onions, green chilli, and curry leaves.
   3. Sauté till onions turn a golden brown.
   4. Add ginger garlic paste and cook for a minute.
   5. Add tomatoes and cook till they turn mushy.
4. Add the spice powders and salt along with a little bit of the cooking water.
   1. Mix well.
   2. Cook for about 5 minutes.
   3. Add in the crab and toss well in the masala.
   4. Add the remaining water and cook covered for 5 to 6 mins.
5. Increase the heat and evaporate some of the excess moisture.
6. Garnish with coriander leaves.
7. Serve and enjoy! 

Trivia

Crabs are decapods; crustaceans with 10 limbs.