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Crab Curry

A quick and flavorful crab curry with a tangy tomato base, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
25g
Crab Curry
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb crab meat
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 large tomato
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 medium lemon

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium. Add 1 sliced onion and cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 1 chopped tomato and 2 tbsp curry powder. Cook until tomato breaks down and smells fragrant, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Pour in 1 cup coconut milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb crab meat and simmer gently until heated through, about 3 minutes. Squeeze juice from 1 lemon over the top.

  5. 5

    Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices and fresh herbs if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • wooden spoon

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