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Sri Lankan Crab in Hot Sauce

Cultural Context

Sri Lankan Crab in Hot Sauce is a beloved dish that reflects the island's rich seafood heritage and vibrant spice culture. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, it showcases the use of fresh crab and a medley of spices that create a fiery yet flavorful experience. In recent years, this dish has gained popularity beyond Sri Lanka, inspiring variations in coastal regions around the world.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb crab
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
10 curry leaves
2 cups crab stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons chili paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon corn flour
1 cup celery, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: chicken

Shrimp offers a similar texture, while chicken is more budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while whole milk is more accessible.

1

Mix crab with turmeric, pepper, and salt.

2

Stir fry the crab without oil, allowing the water to come out.

3

Add large pieces of onions and garlic, along with broken curry leaves.

4

Pour in half a cup of sea crab stock and stir.

5

Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce.

6

Mix in 1 tablespoon of chili paste, pepper, and 1.5 teaspoons of chili powder.

7

Add 1.5 teaspoons of corn flour and stir until cooked.

8

Pour in the remaining half cup of stock and stir again.

9

Dish out the crab preparation.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishcoconut

Also Known As

Sri Lankan Chilli CrabCrab Curry

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