Jamaican Curry Crab Recipe- Must Try

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned crab

Canned crab is more affordable and still provides a similar flavor.

Clean the crab thoroughly and cut into pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in curry powder and cook for another minute to release its aroma.

Add bell pepper and tomatoes; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and stir to combine.

Add crab pieces and season with thyme, allspice, black pepper, and salt.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add water if the sauce becomes too thick.

Finish with lime juice and chopped scallions before serving.

Serve hot with rice or bread.

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