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Naadan Crab Perattu

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Naadan Crab Perattu

Naadan Crab Perattu / Njandu Varattiyathu is a delicious seafood dish that’s especially popular in Kerala’s toddy shops. This traditional Kerala-style crab preparation stands out for its rich flavors and spicy taste. I prepare the masala using onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic, and a mix of spices like turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and garam masala, then slow-cook the crab in this thick and flavorful blend.
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Naadan Crab Perattu

Serves: 4 Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Rating: 5.0/5
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Ingredients

  • Crab - 1 kg
  • Onion - 3 (sliced)
  • Ginger Garlic Green Chilli Paste - 2 tbsp
  • Tomato - 2 (sliced)
  • Turmeric Powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Chilli Powder - 1 tsp
  • Fennel Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Coriander Powder - 1/4 tsp
  • Garam Masala Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Pepper Powder - 1 tbsp
  • Salt - as needed
  • Curry Leaves
  • Coconut Oil

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil and add onion, ginger garlic green chilli paste, curry leaves. Saute until onion is cooked well. Add tomatoes and cook until it turns mushy.
  2. Add spice powders, salt and cook till raw smell fades. Add crab and mix well. Cover and cook the crab for 15 minutes, stirring it occasionally. Do not add water as the crab has its own moisture.
  3. Once the crab is cooked, remove lid and keep cooking until it is dry. Finally add little more pepper powder, mix and cook for 1 minute.