Crab Curry

Directions

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   First prepare the crab extract.
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   To do so, while cleaning the crabs separate all the legs and grind them with 1 cup of water until you obtain a thick extract.
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   Repeat the same with the sieved mixture a couple of times till you get a fine paste/juice consistency.
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   Keep aside.
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   Now heat oil in a deep large bottomed skillet.
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   Add a pinch of asafoetida powder and crushed garlic.
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   When the garlic turns brown, add the seasoning mixture.
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   When it starts crackling, add chopped onions and saute till they turn brown.
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   Add tomatoes and cook until softened.
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    Toss in turmeric and red chilli powders.
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    Stir-fry for sometime (3-5 minutes) and then add the paste.
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    Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
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    When this begins to simmer, add the crabs and pincers.
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    Add just enough water to submerge the crabs.
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    Once the curry starts boiling, add the crab extract.
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    Allow it to boil well for a few minutes.
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    Then add freshly ground coconut and allow it to boil for a few more minutes.
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    Garnish with fresh corriander leaves.
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    Serve hot with rice.
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    Enjoy!