CREAMY SAUCE BUTTER CRABS

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I like this method of cooking crabs, it works for prawns too. Yummy stuff for a special occassion that doesn't involve much work. Which is always good. *wink*

Provided by KitchenManiac

Categories     Crab

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 kg crabs, preferably mud crabs (you can substitute with prawns)
200 g margarine
1 (250 ml) can evaporated milk
8 hot chili peppers, leave whole and lightly smashed
4 stalks curry leaves, use leaves only
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon cornflour, mixed with
1 1/2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Clean crabs and steam them, then drain well.
  • Remove the pincers and crack with a pestle.
  • Trim the legs and cut each crab into four pieces.
  • Set aside.
  • Heat margarine in a wok until melted then add the milk.
  • Gently simmer the mixture over a medium heat.
  • Add the curry leaves, hot chilli and seasoning.
  • Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
  • Add thickening and stir gently over a very low heat until sauce is thick and glossy in texture.
  • Return crabs to the mixture and cook over a very low heat for about 1 minute.
  • Dish out the crabs with the curry leaves, chilli padi and a little of the sauce.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 819.6, Fat 49.6, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 311.8, Sodium 1938.1, Carbohydrate 17.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 5.1, Protein 74.6

Naeemali Naeemali
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I'm not a fan of seafood, but I actually enjoyed this dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the crab was cooked perfectly.


Rosalind Ellington
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious! I would definitely recommend it.


Olajumoke Olawole
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I would give this recipe a 3 out of 5 stars.


afsu any
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Not bad, but not great.


imran gee
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This dish was amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Jimmy Ross
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Good


Talon R
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This recipe was a disaster! The sauce was curdled and the crab was overcooked. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Nakalembe Hawah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The crab was tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mohd Mustak
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The sauce was a little bland, but the crab was cooked well.


Syed Asif
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This dish was a little too rich for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less butter next time.


Phathutshedzo Mudzhambi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were fantastic. The crab was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves seafood.


star muheet07
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but this dish was amazing! The crab was so tender and the sauce was to die for. I'll definitely be making this again.


calen weller
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The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the crab was cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a delicious meal.


Tsitsi Mhizha
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This creamy crab dish was a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the rich, flavorful sauce and the tender crab meat. It was easy to make and looked beautiful on the table. Definitely a keeper!


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