The month of July bears the zodiac sign of the crab and hence its here on this months menu !!
Crab / Nandu is the most tastiest of the sea food. The spices used is the authentic ones and hence it enhances the taste of this meat .This was fondly cooked for me by one our family friend Bangaramma with whom the summer vacation was well spent in the Queen of Hills.
Serves : 3-4
Cooking Time : 45 min
Ingredients :
Crab 700 gms
Onion 1 ( chopped )
Mustard ¼ tsp
Red Chilly 2
Curry leaves few
Coconut Paste 2-3 tbsp ( paste / milk)
Oil 1 tbsp
Fry in oil & grind :
Red chilly 8-10
Small Onions 15- 20
Turmeric ¼ tsp
Coriander seeds 2 tbsp
Castor oil 1 tsp
Method :
In a pan heat oil ,throw in mustard ,let it splutter.
Add curry leaves ,red chilly and onions ,give it a mix.
Add salt to taste.
Add the ground paste with required water , let it boil.
Now add the crab , give a mix.
Close and cook , till meat is soft.( 10 - 12 min )
Time to add coconut milk / paste .
As it is boils switch off the flame.
Serve hot with rice.
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