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Ooty Festival Lobster Honey
🇮🇳 Indian

Ooty Festival Lobster Honey

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Ooty cooking — Ooty Festival Lobster Honey brings a honey touch with a classic sukka finish. About 37 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 17 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Hard

Ingredients

  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Lobster1 whole, cleaned
  • Jaggery1 tbsp

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit

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.

  7. 7

    Garnish and serve.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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Watch how it's made

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