Jenji Gassi Recipe
A crab curry with a sweet taste, typically prepared in a Manglorean style with heat and spice.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Clean and cut the crab into manageable pieces. Chop the onions and tomatoes finely. Set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Spices and Tomatoes
Stir in the ginger-garlic paste, green chilies, and sauté for another 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.
- 4
Mix in the Spices
Add turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add Crab and Coconut Milk
Add the crab pieces to the pot and stir to coat them in the spice mix. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a boil.
- 6
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the crab is fully cooked and tender.
- 7
Finish with Garam Masala
Stir in the garam masala and adjust salt if needed. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with fresh coriander leaves, and serve hot with rice or bread.
