Crab 'N Rice

Directions

1. 1
   First wash crab; remove biters and put aside.
2. 2
   Separate crab bodies from backs; scoop out crab fat into bowl.
3. 3
   Break bodies into sections; beat bodies and biters with coach beater.
4. 4
   Set aside. Peel and chop onion and sweet pepper; fry until tender.
5. 5
   Stir in tomato paste, crab fat and seasonings.
6. 6
   Simmer 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Add 3 cups of water.
8. 8
   Bring to boil and add peas and crab.
9. 9
   Bring to boil.
10. 10
    Boil 5 minutes.
11. 11
    Add rice and bring back to boil.
12. 12
    Turn to simmer and cover pot until water is almost gone.
13. 13
    Cook on low until rice is tender.