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Jamaican-Style Curry Dungeness Crab Recipe

 Dungeness Crab

 curry Dungeness Crab, jamaican style

Ingredients:

  • 1 large Dungeness crab (cleaned and prepared)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green sweet pepper, diced
  • 5-6 pimento seeds (allspice)
  • 1 hot pepper (Scotch bonnet or your choice), chopped (optional: remove seeds for less heat)
  • 2 tbsp curry powder (divided)
  • 1 tsp Maggie All-Purpose Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Steps:

  1. Clean the Crab:

    • Remove the back of the crab by lifting and detaching the shell.
    • Remove and discard the gills, intestines, and other inedible parts.
    • Break off the claws and separate the legs from the body. Crack the claws slightly for easier access to the meat.
  2. Wash and Season:

    • Wash the crab pieces thoroughly under running water.
    • Place the cleaned crab in a bowl and season with onion, garlic, green sweet pepper, pimento seeds, hot pepper, 1 1/2 tbsp curry powder, Maggie All-Purpose Seasoning, Old Bay, black pepper, and sliced ginger.
    • Mix well to coat the crab evenly. Cover and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Cook the Crab:

    • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over low heat.
    • Add 1/2 tsp of curry powder to the hot oil and stir until it darkens slightly and releases its aroma (this is called "burning" the curry).
    • Add the seasoned crab to the pot. Stir well to coat the crab in the curry mixture. Cover and let cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add Water and Simmer:

    • Pour in 1 cup of water and stir.
    • Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
    • Reduce to medium heat and simmer until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve:

    • Once the gravy is thick and flavorful, remove the pot from heat.
    • Serve the curry crab hot with steamed white rice, boiled dumplings, or roasted breadfruit.

Enjoy your delicious Jamaican-style Curry Dungeness Crab!

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