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Trivandrum Crab Thoran
🇮🇳 Indian

Trivandrum Crab Thoran

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Trivandrum cooking — Trivandrum Crab Thoran brings a charcoal touch with a classic thoran finish. About 44 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 24 min Cook 20 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • 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.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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