Somali Crabmeat Stew
A quick and flavorful crabmeat stew, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. This dish is often served over rice.
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🧂 Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large Onion(finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic(finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro(finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ginger(ground)
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin(ground)
- 5 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 1 lb Crabmeat
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
- 2
Add the minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground ginger, chili powder, and cumin. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes, or until they begin to break down.
- 4
Add the crabmeat to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the crabmeat is heated through.
- 5
Serve hot, typically with rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓You can use fresh or canned crabmeat.
- ✓If you don't have cilantro, parsley can be used as a substitute.
- ✓Adjust the chili powder to your spice preference.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a splash of lime juice at the end for brightness.
- Include other seafood like shrimp or fish.