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Yavatmal Wada Crab
🇮🇳 Indian

Yavatmal Wada Crab

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Yavatmal cooking — Yavatmal Wada Crab brings a wada touch with a classic sambar finish. About 42 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 22 min Cook 20 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Garam Masala1/2 tsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

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

  7. 7

    Adjust seasoning and serve.

Chef's tip

A splash of water loosens a tight masala without dulling flavour.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Crab Pepper Masala | Crab Recipe | Sea Food · on YouTube