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Thai Dungeness Crab Curry

Cultural Context

Originating from Thailand's coastal regions, Thai Dungeness Crab Curry showcases the country's love for seafood and aromatic flavors. This dish is a celebration of fresh ingredients and is often enjoyed during festive occasions or family gatherings. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Thailand, with variations appearing in seafood restaurants around the world, each adapting the recipe to local tastes.

ThaiTHmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb Dungeness crab
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 tablespoons green curry paste
1 cup crab broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
2 stalks lemongrass
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 cups jasmine rice

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

Dungeness crab

🥗Healthier: king crab

💰Cheaper: snow crab

Snow crab offers a similar texture at a lower price.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is more affordable while still providing creaminess.

red curry paste

🥗Healthier: homemade curry paste

💰Cheaper: yellow curry paste

Homemade paste can be fresher and less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a vegetarian alternative, while salt is a basic substitute.

1

Prepare the Dungeness crab and make a crab broth.

2

Cook jasmine rice in coconut milk.

3

Make the green curry sauce with coconut milk, green curry paste, lime juice, garlic, onion, and lemongrass.

4

Incorporate the crab meat gently into the sauce.

5

Taste the sauce and adjust flavors as needed, ensuring it's not too spicy and has a balance of sweetness.

6

Plate the dish with crab and sauce, garnishing with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

simmeringstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large panspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Poo Pad Pong KariCrab Curry

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