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Curried Snow Crab Claws

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This elegant dish marries the sweet, delicate flavor of snow crab claws with a warm, aromatic curry broth. The base is built on saut&# 195;©ed celery, carrots, onions, and tomatoes, enriched with the unexpected sweetness of diced apple and a splash of pineapple juice. Bay leaves and curry powder infuse the liquid with deep, savory notes, while arrowroot thickens the sauce into a glossy glaze that clings to the crab meat. ItâÂÂs a sophisticated yet approachable meal, perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a seafood loverâÂÂs gathering. The combination of texturesâÂÂtender crab, soft vegetables, and the bright acidity of fruitâÂÂcreates a balanced and memorable eating experience that feels both comforting and refined.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 472.8
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This elegant dish marries the sweet, delicate flavor of snow crab claws with a warm, aromatic curry broth. The base is built on saut&# 195;©ed celery, carrots, onions, and tomatoes, enriched with the unexpected sweetness of diced apple and a splash of pineapple juice. Bay leaves and curry powder infuse the liquid with deep, savory notes, while arrowroot thickens the sauce into a glossy glaze that clings to the crab meat. ItâÂÂs a sophisticated yet approachable meal, perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a seafood loverâÂÂs gathering. The combination of texturesâÂÂtender crab, soft vegetables, and the bright acidity of fruitâÂÂcreates a balanced and memorable eating experience that feels both comforting and refined.
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Oil, olive OR
  • 1/4 cup Oil, vegetable
  • 2 Celery, stalks, chopped
  • 1 md Carrot, chopped
  • 1 cup Tomato, chopped
  • 1 lg Onion, minced
  • 2 tablespoon Parsley, minced
  • 1 md Apple, diced
  • 2 Bay Leaves
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat olive or vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add chopped celery, carrot, tomato, onion, minced parsley, and diced apple to the pan.
  3. 3
    Sauté the vegetables, tossing continuously, for about 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. 4
    Stir in bay leaves, salt, pepper, and curry powder, cooking for another 4 minutes until fragrant.
  5. 5
    Pour in hot fish stock and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  6. 6
    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes to develop the flavors.
  7. 7
    Mix arrowroot with water to form a slurry, then stir into the simmering broth to thicken.
  8. 8
    Strain the vegetable mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean saucepan, discarding the solids.
  9. 9
    Add snow crab claws and pineapple juice to the strained broth.
  10. 10
    Simmer gently for 3 minutes, just until the crab meat is heated through and opaque.
  11. 11
    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 472.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.3g53%
Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 48.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g17%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g65%
Sugars 6.9g
Protein 5.3g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: curry, crab, snow crab, claws, seafood, indian, simmered, apple, pineapple, vegetable, stock, aromatic, dinner, spicy, glaze, bay leaf, onion, celery, carrot, tomato
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