Heart-Healthy Spicy Crab Curry

Dive into the bold and flavorful world of seafood with our Heart-Healthy Spicy Crab Curry—a tantalizing dish that's big on taste and light on guilt. This recipe combines succulent fresh crab with a fragrant blend of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala, simmered to perfection in a creamy base of light coconut milk. A touch of olive oil replaces heavier fats, making this curry a heart-smart choice without compromising on richness. The spice level is customizable, with red chili and green chili providing just the right kick for your palate. Ready in under an hour, this protein-packed dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Serve it alongside steamed brown rice or whole-grain roti for a wholesome, nutritious feast brimming with coastal Indian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh crab (cleaned and cut into pieces)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 3 medium Fresh tomatoes (pureed)
• 1 cup Coconut milk (light, unsweetened)
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder (adjust to taste)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 small Fresh green chili (slit, optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the pureed tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes until the oil starts to separate.

Step 5

Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Mix well and cook for another minute.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and half a cup of water, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Add the cleaned crab pieces to the pan, ensuring they are fully coated in the curry sauce.

Step 8

Cover the pan and let the crab cook for 15-20 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally to avoid sticking.

Step 9

Taste and adjust salt and spice levels as needed. Add the slit green chili for extra heat if desired.

Step 10

Once the crab is fully cooked, turn off the heat and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with steamed brown rice or whole-grain roti for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1139.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	954.1

Total Fat 48.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 265mg	0%
Sodium 3898.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 105.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 581.8mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2059.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 43.7%

Carbs: 11.5%