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), 1 Tomato, 2 Dry Red Chilli, 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder, 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 277 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: 400 grams Crab; 1 tbsp Black Pepper Powder; 1 tsp Fennel Seeds; 1 tsp Cumin; ½ cup Small Onion (Shallots), Finely Chopped; 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder; 1 tbsp Coriander Powder; 1 cup Water; 2 tbsp Coconut Oil; 1 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste; 1 Tomato, Finely Chopped; 1 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tbsp Coriander Leaves, Finely Chopped; 2 Dry Red Chilli; 2 sprigs Curry leaves; 1 tsp Salt

Non-veg · Curries & Gravies, Kuzhambu, Sambar & Rasam

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

Total30 min

Prep10 min

Cook20 min

Serves3

Per serving277 cal

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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

Cooking for3 servings

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

Contains: shellfish.

Nutrition

One serving, and the whole batch of 3. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per serving	All 3
Energy	277kcal	831kcal
Protein	27g	81g
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.
Fennel SeedsCuminSmall Onion (Shallots)Coconut OilGinger Garlic PasteDry Red ChilliCurry leaves
2
Add the tomato and saute until soft. Add turmeric, red chilli powder, coriander powder and saute until the raw smell disappears.
Red Chilli PowderCoriander PowderTomatoTurmeric 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), 1 Tomato, 2 Dry Red Chilli, 1 tbsp Red Chilli Powder, 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 277 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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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!