Spicy Crab Curry – Bangla Style

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 13
Spicy Crab Curry - Bangla Style
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 fresh Dungeness crabs , cleaned and with their shells cracked
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon mustard seed
1 tablespoon hot water
1 tablespoon mustard oil
3 cups sliced red onion
1 3/4 cups boiling potatoes , peeled , halved lengthwise , and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 whole cloves
1 piece cinnamon stick
2 pods green cardamom pods
5 whole black peppercorns
2 large tomatoes , coarsely chopped
4 Thai green chiles
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic paste
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger paste
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste
1 teaspoon white sugar
Garnish :
1 wedge fresh lemon
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
310
Sugar
4g
Fat
15g
Spicy Crab Curry is a classic Bengali recipe, popularly known as Kankrar Jhal in Bengali. It is a spicy and flavorful dish that features fresh crab cooked in a spicy tomato-based sauce with potatoes and green chilies. The use of mustard oil and mustard seeds adds a unique flavor to the dish while spices like turmeric, cayenne pepper, and ginger make it warm and comforting. It is usually served with steamed rice or bread and can be enjoyed as a main course dish with family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix ground turmeric, salt, mustard seed and hot water to form a paste.
2.In a large wok, heat mustard oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add sliced onions and cook until golden brown.
4.Add the turmeric paste, cloves, cinnamon stick, green cardamom pods, and black peppercorns, and stir it well.
5.Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn mushy.
6.Add garlic paste, ginger paste, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste, cook for 2-3 minutes.
7.Add the boiled potatoes, crabs, and Thai green chiles, stir gently to coat everything.
8.Add 1 cup of water, cover the wok, and let it cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes or until the crabs and potatoes are tender.
9.Add sugar, stir well and let the curry simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
10.Garnish with lemon wedges and cilantro before serving!

PROS

Spicy Crab Curry is a flavorful dish, perfect for seafood lovers.

It is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, and has anti-inflammatory properties due to the spices used in the recipe.

CONS

The recipe requires fresh crab, which can be difficult to source in some regions.

Preparing the crab can also take some time and effort.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The key ingredients used in this recipe, such as turmeric, garlic, and ginger, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that are beneficial for overall health.
Crab is also an excellent source of protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and essential minerals such as zinc, iron, and magnesium.

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