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Masala Crab

Crab Masala Fry is a fragrant medley of spices and aromatics. Its spicy punch is set off deliciously by the sweet crab meat.Crab masala is about to become one of your favourite recipes because this recipe hails from Penang--Mamak cuisine. 
Penang - Mamak cuisine is believed to be the most aromatic and spiciest cuisine in India and it is famous for its complexity of flavours.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kg Crab
  • Ginger paste
  • Garlic paste
  • 1 inch Cinnamon
  • 2 nos Greem Cardamon
  • 2 nos Star Anise
  • 2 springs Curry Leave
  • 2 nos Green Chillies Slice deseeded
  • 1 large Tomato deseeded
  • 1 cup Onion Fine chopped
  • 2 tbsp Chili Paste Optional
  • 3 tbsp Penang Masala Powder
  • Coriander leaves Finely Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Mil Optional

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a pan
    Saute Cinnamon, Cardamom and star Anise, and Curry leaves for 2 min.
    Add onions and green chillies. Saute untilonions turn golden.5
    Add in Ginger Garlic Paste.6.Add in Chilli Paste (optional)
    Keep saute until the raw smell dissapear.
    Add tomato nd saute until the tomato turns mushy
    Add in Penang Masala Powder with some water.
    Add in the Crabs with a little water.
    Thoroughly coat the crab pieces with the masala.
    Cover with the lid and cook the crab for 8 to 10 minstiring occasionally.
    Add in Coconut milk.
    Sprinkle some handful of chopped coriander leavesand rdy to serve.