Crab Masala Curry

Crab Masala Curry is a classic favorite among seafood lovers. The rich flavor that crab infuses into the gravy is simply irresistible, and only those who have tasted it can truly vouch for it! This delicious curry can be made using blue crab, large Alaskan snow crab, and even small crabs, and it turns out delicious every single time. It is a foolproof recipe that delivers bold flavor, comforting warmth, and restaurant-style taste right in your own kitchen!

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• Why will you love this recipe?
• Ingredients you need to make the crab masala
• How to make crab masala curry?
• What dishes to serve with Crab curry?
• Useful Tips
• Related Recipes
• Crab Masala Curry

Why will you love this recipe?

• Crab is delicious in any form; however, the rich flavor it lends to this curry makes the dish irresistible. Every bite is packed with bold and savory taste.
• The leftovers taste even better the next day, as the spices continue to infuse into the crab meat and shells, creating a deep flavor.
• This versatile curry pairs very well with steamed rice, rotis, naan, and appam, making it perfect for any meal.
• It is a simple, no-fail recipe that delivers a flavorful and satisfying dish every single time.

Ingredients you need to make the crab masala

• Soft-shell crabs or blue crabs are preferable, but you can use any variety, such as Alaskan or snow crabs.
• Ginger and Garlic paste - Make a fresh paste with a 1:1 ratio for fresh flavors. I also like to use fresh, crushed ginger, garlic, and green chillies, crushed in a pestle and mortar along with the finely ground paste.
• Onions, red ones, preferably cut lengthwise.
• Spices like turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and black pepper.
• Tomatoes are made into a paste or chopped finely.
• Green chilies, curry leaves, and coriander leaves.

How to make crab masala curry?

Cleaning crabs can be cumbersome, and I usually prefer to clean them at the fish market, even if it means spending a few extra bucks. If you are comfortable cleaning them at home, that works just as well. Once you have the cleaned crabs, cooking them is a very simple process.

The cooking process involves sauteeing the long, thinly sliced onions, green chilies, and ginger-garlic paste. Once they are cooked, soft and ooze out oil, we are ready to add the spices.

Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, black pepper, and fresh homemade garam masala at the very end. To this, add tomato paste and keep cooking until it is well incorporated.

Add the cleaned crabs and about 2 cups of hot water, and cook them with a lid on. Keep stirring from time to time. It will be well-cooked in 40- 45 minutes. Garnish with curry leaves and chopped coriander leaves.

What dishes to serve with Crab curry?

Crab curry goes best with white rice and can also go well with any of the South Indian breakfasts like Palappam made with Palappam recipe, Puttu, Pathiri, or roti. The flavors are so tempting that you may end up overeating. If there are leftovers, the curry tastes even better the next day as the masala absorbs well into the crab.

Useful Tips

• Use a large heavy-bottomed or cast-iron pot to cook the crab so it has enough space to steam evenly and cook properly.
• Use a mortar and pestle to crush the ginger, garlic, and green chilies to get an authentic taste. A little ginger-garlic paste along with this can also be used.
• Add hot water while cooking to help the spices blend smoothly into the gravy and ensure the crab cooks evenly.
• Do not skip the garam masala at the end, as it adds a wonderful aroma and finishing flavor to the dish.
• Cook on medium heat until the crab is fully cooked and the gravy begins to thicken, then increase the heat and fry the masala well for a richer taste.

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