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Belur Lahori Crab
🇮🇳 Indian

Belur Lahori Crab

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Belur cooking — Belur Lahori Crab brings a lahori touch with a classic seekh finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

  6. 6

    Taste; balance heat, salt, and tang.

Chef's tip

Chop everything mise-en-place; the cook goes quickly once oil is hot.

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Watch how it's made

Video: 2KG Big Mudcrab Cleaning & Fry Puttu Recipe Indian Style | Crab Fry Cooking | Indian Crab Masala Fry · on YouTube