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Goan Crab Xec Xec

Goan Crab Xec Xec is a traditional coastal curry made with fresh crabs, roasted coconut, and a medley of spices. Rich, nutty, and aromatic, this dish beautifully captures Goa’s tropical flavors and is a seafood lover’s dream.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Seafood Curry
Cuisine: Coastal Indian, Goan
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 1 kg fresh crab cleaned and cracked
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 2 medium onions sliced
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 6 dry red chilies
  • 1 tbsp coriander seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Dry roast coconut, chilies, coriander, cumin until aromatic. Grind with tamarind into a paste.
  2. Heat oil, sauté onions until golden. Add ginger-garlic paste and tomatoes.
  3. Stir in spice-coconut paste and turmeric. Cook for 5 minutes.
  4. Add crab pieces, mix well, and cook for 20–25 minutes.
  5. Adjust salt and serve hot.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve with steamed rice or Goan pão.
  • Garnish with fresh coriander and lime wedges.
  • Pairs beautifully with a light salad.