Crab Biryani

By Praveen Kumar

crabs

Ingredients:
Crabs – 3, big
Onions – 3
Tomatoes – 3
Green Chillies – 3
Basmati Rice – 500 gms
Turmeric Powder – 1 tsp
Coriander Powder – 1 tsp
Garam Masala Powder – 1 tsp
Ginger Garlic Paste – 1 tsp
Lemon Juice – 1 tsp
Curd – 1/2 cup
Mint Leaves – 1/2 cup
Coriander Leaves – 1/2 cup
Bay Leaf – 2
Cloves – 4
Cinnamon – 1/4 inch piece
Salt as per taste
Ghee as required
Oil as required

Method:
1. Soak the rice for 10 minutes and drain.
2. Boil the crabs for 10 minutes and discard the shells and claws. Use only the flesh.
3. Heat little oil and ghee in a pressure pan.
4. Fry the cinnamon, cloves, cardamoms and bay leaves for a minute.
5. Add the onions and saute well for 5 minutes.
6. Add ginger garlic paste, tomatoes, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala powder, curd and salt.
7. Add the boiled crab, rice and lemon juice.
8. Stir well and pressure cook for 2 whistles.
9. Reduce flame to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
10. Remove and serve hot.

Praveen Kumar

Praveen Kumar is the Chief Food Officer at Awesome Cuisine, a platform created in 2008 to showcase India's vibrant culinary heritage. Praveen is a passionate foodie and love to cook. Having spent a few years in the retail fast food world, Praveen has been exploring the world of food since his school days. Join him on a flavorful journey.

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