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Mayiladuthurai Pantry Winter-Warm Crab
🇮🇳 Indian

Mayiladuthurai Pantry Winter-Warm Crab

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mayiladuthurai cooking — Mayiladuthurai Pantry Winter-Warm Crab brings a winter-warm touch with a classic stir fry finish. About 40 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 20 min Cook 20 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Onion1, finely chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Coriander Powder1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Chili Powder1 tsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

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.

Chef's tip

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

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