Crab Fry

• 1 pound crab I have used blue crab, you can use any crab of your choice
• 2 green chilies slit lengthwise
• 1 inch ginger piece of, minced
• 5 shallots large, chopped
• 5 garlic flakes large, minced
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon pepper powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 2 pieces tamarind kokam or a marble sized
• 5 curry leaves
• salt as reuired
• 2 tablespoons oil

1. Cut and wash the crab thoroughly. I have used the flesh part with the shell and crab claws in this recipe. I have discarded the crab legs and the hard outer cover.
2. Next in a large pan , add 1/2 cup of water , to it add the crab pieces, green chilies, minced ginger , salt, kokam/tamarind and cook on a low flame for 5 to 7 minutes or until all the water evaporates . Do not overcook the crab. Keep aside.
3. In a large non stick skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil, add the mustard seeds, when it starts to sputter, add chopped shallot and garlic and fry well till you get a nice golden brown color.
4. Next add turmeric powder, red chili flakes and pepper powder, cook for another 2 minutes or so.
5. Lastly add the crab pieces, and vapor cook for another 2 - 3 minutes until all the flavors blend well .
6. Since this dish has a dry consistency, serve hot with rice and dal or any curry of your choice.

crab i, green chilies, ginger, shallots, garlic, red chili flakes, turmeric powder, pepper, mustard seeds, tamarind kokam, curry, salt, oil

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Crab-Fry-1654321 (may not work)