Black Pepper Crabs

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A popular dish from the Singaporean cuisine, the Black Pepper Crabs is very popular in Singapore, Malaysia and surrounding regions. This is a spicy, buttery dish that can be served as a main course for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• Large Crabs – 2
• Onion – 1, finely chopped
• Garlic – 3 large cloves, finely chopped
• Turmeric Powder – a pinch
• Green Chilly – 1, slit lengthwise
• Black Pepper Powder – 3/4 tsp
• Butter – 3 tsp
• Salt as per taste
• Curry leaves – handful
• Coriander leaves to garnish

Method:

1. Clean and wash the crabs thoroughly.
2. Boil 1 1/2 litres of water in a large pan over medium flame.
3. Add the crabs and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Drain and cool.
5. Remove the top shells and keep aside.
6. Cut the crab into 4 pieces and crack the claws.
7. Melt butter in a nonstick frying pan over medium flame.
8. Saute the onions and garlic until onions turn translucent.
9. Add curry leaves, pinch of turmeric powder, slit green chilly, pepper powder and salt.
10. Mix well.
11. Add the crabs and mix well.
12. Remove when the crabs are heated through, ensuring they are not overcooked.
13. Garnish with coriander leaves.
14. Serve hot.

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