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Thrissur Dahi-wali Crab
🇮🇳 Indian

Thrissur Dahi-wali Crab

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Thrissur cooking — Thrissur Dahi-wali Crab brings a dahi-wali touch with a classic sambar finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Yogurt1 cup, whisked
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.

  3. 3

    Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.

  5. 5

    Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

  6. 6

    Uncover, adjust salt and spice, and cook to the desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Finish with garam masala and fresh cilantro.

  8. 8

    Rest a minute, then serve hot.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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Watch how it's made

Video: நண்டு குழம்பு செய்வது எப்படினு பாக்கலாமா? Crab Curry | Carb Masala | CDK 1285 | Chef Deena's Kitchen · on YouTube