CURRY CRABS WITH DOUGH BAHAMIAN COOKING

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: low-fat coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Low-fat coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers offer sweetness without spice.

Clean crabs and cut into pieces, removing the gills.

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

Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

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

Stir in curry powder, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.

Add crabs to the pot and stir to coat with the spice mixture.

Pour in coconut milk and lime juice; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes until crabs are cooked through.

In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and butter; mix until crumbly.

Gradually add water to form a soft dough; knead briefly.

Roll out dough and cut into circles or desired shapes.

Heat oil in a separate pan over medium heat; fry dough pieces until golden, about 2-3 minutes per side.

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