NORTHWEST DUNGENESS CRAB CURRY

Northwest Dungeness Crab Curry image

My two favorite things: dungeness crab and curry meet together to make an unusual, but lovely curry. Very romantic, and it would be great treat for a dinner-date. This recipe is from "Pacific Passions Cookbook" by Karen Barnaby.

Provided by Ashley U

Categories Curries

Time 45m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 (1 1/2 lb) live dungeness crabs
2 tablespoons whole coriander seeds
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
2 tablespoons bright red sweet paprika
1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon black mustard seeds
1 medium onion, peeled and sliced into thin half-moons
5 garlic cloves, cut into thin slivers
2 cups water
2 (14 ounce) cans coconut milk

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Drop in the crabs and cook until they stop moving, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the crabs from the pot and cool.
When they are cool enough to handle, pull of and discard the top shell.
Scrape the insides clean with a small spoon.
Remove the spongy lungs on both sides of the body.
With a heavy knife, cut the crabs in quarters and crack the claws; set aside.
Heat a small frying pan over medium heat.
Toast the coriander seeds and peppercorns, stirring constantly, for 1 minute, then grind finely in a spice mill or coffee grinder.
Place in a bowl and add the paprika, cayenne and turmeric; set aside.
Heat the oil over medium heat in a frying pan or pot that will be able to accommodate the crab pieces.
Fry the black mustard seeds until they pop.
Add the onions and garlic and cook until lightly browned.
Stir in the spice mixture and the water.
Bring to a boil, and then simmer until the mixture is reduced by half.
Add the coconut milk and bring to boil.
Season with salt and add the crab.
Cook for 5 minutes, turning the pieces over to ensure even cooking.
Remove from the heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1700.8, Fat 109.7, SaturatedFat 69.8, Cholesterol 401.2, Sodium 2225.3, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 28.8, Protein 132.7

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