Spicy Caribbean Coconut Curry Crab with Lime Zest

Name: Spicy Caribbean Coconut Curry Crab with Lime Zest
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 4 large crabs, cleaned and halved; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk; 1 cup fish stock; Zest of 2 limes; 1 tablespoon honey; Zest of 1 lime; 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 cups jasmine rice, cooked

A vibrant and aromatic seafood delight

This Spicy Caribbean Coconut Curry Crab infused with lime zest is a bold and colorful dish that brings the tropical feel of island cuisine to your table.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Crab Marinade

4 large crabs, cleaned and halved

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

For the Coconut Curry Sauce

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 teaspoons curry powder

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk

1 cup fish stock

Zest of 2 limes

1 tablespoon honey

For the Lime Zest Garnish

Zest of 1 lime

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

For the Side

2 cups jasmine rice, cooked

Preparation

Marinating the Crab

Mix marinade

In a large bowl, mix the lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

Coat the crab

Add the crab halves and toss to coat evenly.

Marinate

Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator.

Marinate for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Curry Sauce

Heat oil

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Sauté aromatics

Sauté the onion, garlic, and ginger until the onion is translucent.

Do not overcook the garlic, as it can turn bitter.

Add spices

Stir in the curry powder and cayenne pepper, cooking for another minute.

Toasting the spices briefly boosts their flavor.

Cooking Process

Sauteing

Brown the onions, garlic, and spices for 5 minutes until fragrant.

Medium heat

Simmering

Add the coconut milk and fish stock, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.

Low heat

Steaming

Place the marinated crabs in the sauce and cover to cook for 15 minutes.

Plating & Serving