Chettinad Crab Pepper Masala

1: Heat oil in a pan, add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, curry leaves, green chillies and let it crackle.

2: Add chopped onions and sauté till it turns golden brown.

3: Add ginger garlic paste and cook it for a minute.

4: Add the chopped tomatoes and cook it till it starts to become soft.

5: Add the dry masala powders and cook them for a minute. Mix well.

6: Add the crabs and cook them in the masala for 3-4 minutes.

7: Add water, mix well. Bring it to a boil.

8: Cover and cook the crabs on a medium flame for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9: Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Mix well till all the ingredients combine evenly.

10: Keep mixing it well till the masala becomes thick and coats the crabs well.

11: Serve it hot with rice.