COCONUT CRAB CURRY | SEYCHELLES EDITION

coconut crab

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken or pork can provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: individual spices

Homemade blends can be healthier and cheaper if you have spices on hand.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil to a pan.

Chop or slice 1 onion and add it to the pan.

Add 4 sprigs of thyme and 2 small pieces of cinnamon leaf once the onion has caramelized.

Stir in 3 teaspoons of turmeric powder and mix well for about 8 minutes.

Add 2 cups of fresh coconut milk and 3 tablespoons of ginger garlic chili paste.

Cook the crab curry on medium low flame for about 20 minutes.

Squeeze the juice of 1 whole lemon into the curry, adjusting to taste.

Add chopped cilantro and cook for another 5 minutes, being careful not to overcook.

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