How long does Crab Pepper Masala take?

30 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Crab Pepper Masala serve?

3. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Crab Pepper Masala spicy?

It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Crab Pepper Masala?

400 grams Crab, 1 tbsp Black Pepper Powder, ½ cup Small Onion (Shallots), 2 Dry Red Chilli, 1 Tomato, 2 tbsp Coconut Oil, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Crab Pepper Masala?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Crab Pepper Masala?

About 276 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Crab Pepper Masala

Name: Crab Pepper Masala
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Tamil Nadu
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Coconut Oil; 1 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Fennel Seeds; 2 Dry Red Chilli; 2 sprigs Curry leaves; ½ cup Small Onion (Shallots), Finely Chopped; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 Tomato, Finely Chopped; 1 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder; 1 tbsp Coriander Powder; 1 tsp Salt; 400 grams Crab; 1 cup Water; 1 tbsp Black Pepper Powder; 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped

30 min
medium
Serves 3

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min

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4 steps, each one filmed. A short video for every step, so your hands never have to leave the pan.

Also known as pepper crab, crab pepper fry · Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

Curries & Gravies Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam Low carb High protein Gluten-free Dairy-free

Tamil Nadu crab pepper masala, cooked semi-dry in a shallot, tomato and coconut oil masala and pepper. Medium-spicy, serves 3, 30 minutes, with video.

High proteinLow calorie

Ingredients

16 items

3 people

Coconut Oil2 tbsp
Cumin1 tsp
Fennel Seeds1 tsp
Dry Red Chilli2
Curry leaves2 sprigs
Small Onion (Shallots), Finely Chopped½ cup
Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
Tomato, Finely Chopped1
Turmeric Powder1 tsp
Red Chilli Powder1 tbsp
Coriander Powder1 tbsp
Salt1 tsp
Crab400 grams
Water1 cup
Black Pepper Powder1 tbsp
Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped1 tbsp

Contains: shellfish.

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 3 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 3 people
Energy	276kcal	828kcal
Protein	27g	80g
Carbohydrate	14g	41g
Fat	14g	41g
Fibre	5.1g	15g
Sugar	3.5g	11g

Method

1
In a pan over medium heat add oil,cumin seeds, fennel seeds, red chilli and curry leaf. Let splutter. Add the shallots and saute until translucent. Add the ginger garlic paste and saute until the raw smell disappears.
Coconut OilCuminFennel SeedsDry Red ChilliCurry leavesSmall Onion (Shallots)Ginger Garlic Paste
2
Add the tomato and saute until soft. Add turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder and saute until the raw smell disappears.
TomatoTurmeric PowderRed Chilli PowderCoriander PowderSalt
3
Add the crab and mix well. Add water and let it boil covered for 10 minutes or until the crab’s shell changes color.
CrabWater
4
Take over the lid and let the water evaporate until it reaches a semi gravy consistency. Add black pepper powder and mix well until combined. Finish off with coriander leaves as garnish and serve hot.
Black Pepper PowderCoriander Leaves

Before you start

How long does Crab Pepper Masala take?: 30 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Crab Pepper Masala serve?: 3. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Crab Pepper Masala vegetarian?: No, it contains meat or fish.
Is Crab Pepper Masala spicy?: It is medium: 2 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Crab Pepper Masala?: 400 grams Crab, 1 tbsp Black Pepper Powder, ½ cup Small Onion (Shallots), 2 Dry Red Chilli, 1 Tomato, 2 tbsp Coconut Oil, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Crab Pepper Masala?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Crab Pepper Masala?: About 276 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

Tips from other cooks

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NandhiniSeptember 2024
I was preparing crab for the first time by seeing this recipe. I got very good feedback from my family members. I have reduced the chilli powder based on our spicy level. Excellent taste 😋 Not able to attach the image as there should be a bug I believe!