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Idli Podi Mahabaleshwar Crab Koftay
🇮🇳 Indian

Idli Podi Mahabaleshwar Crab Koftay

🇮🇳 Indian

A non-vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Mahabaleshwar cooking — Idli Podi Mahabaleshwar Crab Koftay brings a idli podi touch with a classic koftay finish. About 41 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 21 min Cook 20 min Serves 6 Medium

Ingredients

  • Saltto taste
  • Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Crab2, cleaned

Optional extras

  • Green Chili1-2, slit
  • Ghee1 tbsp
  • Curry Leaves1 sprig
  • Lemon1/2

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

Rest 5 minutes off heat so the spices settle.

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