Sea food...Crab Curry

INGREDIENT

Crabs, cleaned and cut 12 nos.
Chilies 25-30 nos.
Coriander seeds 2 tbsps.
Cummin seeds 1 tsp.
Fenugreek seeds 1 tsp.
Pepper 1 tsp.
Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp.
Garlic 6-8 flakes
Tamarind Lime size
Coconut, grated 1 no.

Onion, chopped 1 no.
Salt To taste
For Seasoning
Onion, chopped 1 no.
Coconut oil 2 tbsps.

METHOD
1.Fry the chilies, grated coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fenugreek seeds and pepper in a little oil.
2.Grind together the chilies, grated coconut, coriander seeds, cumin seeds,
fenugreek seeds, pepper, turmeric powder, garlic and tamarind to a fine paste.
3.Saute the onions in oil, till slightly brown.
4.Then add the crabs, mix well & keep for a while till they change colour.
5.Next add the roasted ground masala and cook for a while.
6.Now add the tamarind water and simmer on low heat.
7.If you require gravy then add water or else keep it dry.
8.Serve hot with rice.

Crab Puffs Recipe

Ingredients:
1lb canned crab (or imitation)
½ cup celery (finely chopped)
½ cup onion (finely chopped)
4 hard boiled eggs (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 cup water
1 stick butter
1 cup flour
4 eggs

Cooking Instructions:

Step 1: In a large bowl combine crab, celery, onion, hard boiled eggs, chili sauce, and parsley. Mix well and refrigerate.
Step 2: To make the puffs – Bring 1 cup of water to a boil, add 1 stick of butter and stir until melted. Slowly add flour, a little at a time until the dough forms a ball. Allow the mixture to cool. In a separate bowl beat 4 eggs thoroughly. Stir beaten eggs into flour mixture, mix well.

Step 3: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a baking sheet and drop flour/egg mixture by the teaspoon full onto the baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes. Remove from oven and allow the puffs to cool.
Step 4: Slice each puff in half and fill with the crab mixture.
(Makes 10 servings)

Crab Cakes Recipe

Although crab cakes feel like an indulgence, they’re actually very easy to prepare, and make a great weeknight supper  with salad and crusty bread. Don’t be tempted to skip the step of chilling the cakes before frying— you could end up with a crumbly mess in the pan. Ingredients Serves 14–16 2-inch cakes Crab Cakes 1/2 cup minced celery 3 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 pound lump crab meat 2 cups breadcrumbs* 2 eggs 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons butter Tartar Sauce 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup pickle relish 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt   *Make fresh breadcrumbs easily in your food processor and freeze the leftovers in zip-lock bags. Homemade breadcrumbs taste better, lack all the chemicals and additives—and are much cheaper. Directions  Crab Cakes 1.Combine the celery, scallions, parsley, Tabasco, Old Bay, pepper, salt, and crab and mix lightly with a fork. 2. Mix in the breadcrumbs. 3. Whisk the egg and add it to the  crab mixture, blending well. 4. Form the crab mixture into 2-inch cakes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. 5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally several hours. 6. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large sauté pan  over medium-high heat. 7. Fry the crab cakes in batches until golden, adjusting the heat as required. 8. Drain on paper towels. Tartar Sauce 1. Mix the mayonnaise, relish, vinegar, mustard, pepper, and salt in a small bowl. 2. Refrigerate or serve immediately.

Crab Salad Sandwich

Crab salad sandwiches are a simple yet delicious way to prepare a nice lunch or dinner. If you are short on time and want to put something together quickly, this recipe is perfect. Yes, it does use imitation crab meat but if you prefer, you can use real crab. These sandwiches are a simple combination of imitation crab, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, and green onion. You can add additional seasonings such as season salt, and maybe top them with some cheese if you choose.

Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) package imitation crab
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 stalks celery (finely chopped)
3 tablespoons green onion (finely chopped)
salt and pepper (to taste)
4 large lettuce leaves
4 hamburger buns

Cooking Instructions:

Step 1: Break up the crab into small chunks. You can do this with your hands or use two forks to shred the imitation crab meat. Place crab into a medium bowl. Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, and green onion. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 2: Place lettuce onto the bottom half of a hamburger bun, top with crab mixture and the top half of the bun.
(Makes 4 servings)