Spicy Crab Curry
A quick and fiery crab curry with fresh chilies, cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in about 20 minutes, this is a weeknight favorite that's big on flavor.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
- 1 lb crab
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 whole chili peppers
- 1 large tomato
- 1 cup coconut milk
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large pan over medium. Add 1 sliced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, cook until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Stir in 2 chopped chili peppers and 1 diced tomato. Cook until tomatoes break down, about 3 minutes, until fragrant.
- 3
Add 1 lb cleaned crab pieces and 1 cup coconut milk. Stir gently to coat, then simmer until crab is heated through and sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes.
- 4
Season with salt to taste. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon
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