Delicious Naadan Crab Curry
A traditional Kerala curry where crab simmers gently in a spiced coconut gravy until every piece soaks up the flavours. The curry leaves and raw coconut oil finish add that characteristic Kerala fragrance.
Ingredientsfor 5 servings
- 750 g Crab
- 1 Onion
- 2 Tomato
- 3 Green chilly
- 1 tsp Chilly powder
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tsp Coriander powder
- Water, to taste
- Grinded coconut of ½ coconut
- Curry leaves, to taste
- 3 Shallots
- Mustard
Preparation
Step 1
Roast turmeric powder, chilly powder and coriander powder together in a vessel.
Step 2
Mix the cleaned crab, onion, green chilly, tomato, salt, roasted masala and water in a clay pot. Let it boil till the crab gets well cooked.
Step 3
Mix in the grinded coconut and add salt if required.
Step 4
Add curry leaves and let it boil again.
Step 5
Cook shallots and mustard in coconut oil. Mix in with the curry.
Step 6
Serve it hot with rice, chappati, or pathiri.
Tip
For a thicker gravy, cook uncovered on medium heat for the last few minutes. For a thinner consistency, add a splash of warm water.
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