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Kozhikode Home-Style Crab Handi
🇮🇳 Indian

Kozhikode Home-Style Crab Handi

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kozhikode cooking — Kozhikode Home-Style Crab Handi brings a reshmi touch with a classic handi finish. About 32 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 12 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Saltto taste
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Assemble spices and chop vegetables before lighting the stove.

  2. 2

    Temper mustard seeds, curry leaves, and dried chilies in oil.

  3. 3

    Add onion and green chili; saute until soft.

  4. 4

    Stir in the main ingredient and powdered spices.

  5. 5

    Cook covered, stirring occasionally, until done.

  6. 6

    Squeeze lemon or fold in coconut if the style calls for it.

Chef's tip

Serve hot with roti, rice, or soft paratha.

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