Curry Crab & Dumplings by Shanty in Siparia, Trinidad & Tobago | In De Kitchen

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

crab

🥗Healthier: shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned crab

Shrimp offers a similar texture and flavor.

curry powder

🥗Healthier: homemade curry blend

💰Cheaper: turmeric + cumin

Homemade blends can be fresher and more flavorful.

Introduce the crab and mention making dumplings.

Heat oil in a pot and add chopped onion and oregano.

Add curry to the pot and mix with the onion.

Add water to the pot with the crab and let it cook.

Show the crab and mention it is fresh and chunky.

Add coconut milk to the pot and mix well.

Steam the dumpling dough in boiling water.

Add garlic and onion to the dumpling mixture.

Add carrots and fresh bandana to the mixture.

Stir in some of the dumpling water into the mixture.

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