Dive into the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with a culinary adventure sure to tantalize your taste buds. Explore the tantalizing world of Caribbean curry crab, a mouthwatering dish that seamlessly blends the bold, aromatic spices of the Caribbean with the succulent, tender meat of crab. Embark on a journey to discover the perfect recipe that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Caribbean, leaving you craving more of this flavorful delight.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CURRIED CRAB WITH COCONUT AND CHILI
Steps:
- Place the crab in the freezer for 2 hours or until it stops moving. Remove the legs and crack them with a rolling pin. Remove the top of the shell and clean out the insides with your fingers. Chop the crab and top shells in half.
- Heat a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and peppercorns and stir constantly until the seeds become toasted and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Cool completely.
- To make the paste, grind the coriander seeds, cumin seeds and peppercorns with a pinch of salt using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder. Transfer the spice mixture to a food processor and add the vinegar, coconut, ginger, garlic, chile and onions and blend to form a paste.
- Heat the oil in a heavy, large, wide pot over low heat. Add the paste and saute until fragrant and some of the juices evaporate, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the tomato, curry leaves, turmeric, chili powder and a pinch of salt and cook until the tomato pieces are tender and melting into the sauce, 5 minutes. Add the crab and 4 1/2 ounces water, increase the heat to medium and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer or until the crab pieces are cooked through, 10 minutes. Mix in the coconut milk and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Divide the crab pieces and sauce among shallow wide soup plates and serve immediately.
CARIBBEAN CRAB SOUFFLE
My dad always makes this souffle on Christmas Eve when guests are over. It is equally delicious made with lobster.
Provided by Esmee Williams
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 8 cup souffle dish.
- Toast coconut in a non-stick skillet over low heat.
- In a medium skillet, melt butter over low heat and add the celery, garlic, curry powder, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper - cook for 3 minutes. Stir in flour until smooth for about 1 minute. Pour in milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Set aside and cool slightly. Whisk the egg yolks one at a time into the sauce. Stir in coconut and crab meat.
- In medium bowl, beat egg whites and lemon juice with a mixer until stiff, but not dry. Stir 1/4 of the whites into crab mixture. Quickly and gently fold in the remaining whites. Do not deflate the volume. Transfer mixture to the souffle dish and place it on a rack at the bottom of the oven.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden, puffed and still moist inside.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Cholesterol 142.3 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 12.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 332.1 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
CARIBBEAN CURRY CRAB
I've seen a few recipes for curry crab which has more of an asian orgin, but this is recipe is from Trinidad & Tobago. Recipe is from www.recipeisland.com. Posting for ZWT5. Cook time is an est.
Provided by Queen Dana
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut the crabs in small pieces and use the lime juice for washing them. Use the ginger, minced chive, garlic, thyme to season the crabs. Pour the oil into a preheated pot.
- Make a paste by mixing the curry, salt and the pepper and add it to the hot oil. Next add the crab meat along with the coconut milk when the mixture thickens.
- Next allow the curry crabs to simmer for about 25 minute covered. When the curry crabs are done serve them with cassava dumplings.
CARIBBEAN CALLALOO AND CRAB
A mouthwatering puree of Taro Leaves and crab served over rice or as a soup, it will leave you wanting more. If taro leaves are not available, you may substitute 2 packages of frozen spinach.
Provided by SKYLARKER
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Clean the taro leaves by removing the skin from the stalks, and removing the tip from the center rib. Rinse, and cut into bite size pieces.
- Place the taro leaves, okra, onion, thyme, garlic, salted pig's tail, pumpkin, water, habanero pepper (whole), and coconut milk into a large pot. Cover, and simmer over low heat for 30 minutes.
- Add the crab to the pot. Be careful not to puncture the habanero pepper. Cover, and continue to simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the habanero, and season with salt to taste. Puree the soup using an immersion blender until smooth. You could also puree in small batches using a blender. Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 47.4 mg, Sugar 2 g
CARIBBEAN CURRY
a yellow curry that you would use to make Chicken Roti or something similar, light and saucy with or without vegies or potatoes.
Provided by Robin Cowdrey
Categories Caribbean
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Make one or all three of the fillings below to enclose in a soft roti envelope.
- Curried Chicken Filling: Cut chicken into bite-size pieces; set aside.
- In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add curry powder; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Add 1/2 cup of the water and the tomato paste; cook, sti rring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Add chicken; cover and cook for 10 minutes.
- Pour in remaining water; simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Drain off excess liquid. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Curried Chick-Pea Filling: Drain and rinse chick-peas; set aside. In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, stirring, for 1 minute. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add curry powder; cook for 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste and 1/4 cup of the water; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add chick-peas, green onions and remaining water; bring to boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes or until chick-peas are softened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Spinach Filling: Trim, wash and coarsely chop spinach; set aside. In skillet, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add spinach; cook, stirring, just until wilted.
- Stir in tomato, and salt and pepper to taste; cook for 1 minute.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250.3, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 305.9, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 27.9
STUFFED CRABS CARIBBEAN STYLE
Provided by Craig Claiborne
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Melt 8 tablespoons butter in a wide, shallow saucepan or skillet. When melted, add the scallions, garlic and chili. Add the curry powder and blend. Add the crabmeat. Add the coriander leaves, if desired, and parsley. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add enough crab liquid to moisten properly. If you want a richer and better dish, add 2 to 4 more tablespoons butter. Add bread crumbs and blend well.
- Remove from the heat and use the mixture to fill 4 to 8 clam shells.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, until nicely brown. Serve with lime wedges, slices or halves.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 346, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 752 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 1 gram
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh crab. If you can't find fresh crab, you can use frozen crab, but be sure to thaw it completely before cooking.
- Curry powder is a key ingredient in this dish, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount. If you like your curry spicy, you can add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper.
- Don't overcook the crab. Crab meat is very delicate and can easily become tough if it's cooked for too long. Cook the crab just until it's opaque and white.
- Serve the curry crab with rice, roti, or another type of bread.
Conclusion:
Caribbean curry crab is a delicious and flavorful dish that's perfect for a special occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting seafood dish to try, give Caribbean curry crab a try.
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