Ingredients

• 2 large crabs (alive)
• 1 whole pod garlic ( finely chopped)
• 2 to 3 green chillies (slit)
• 2 to 3 tbsp - butter
• 1 tbsp - olive oil
• salt to taste

How to Make Butter Garlic Crab

• Wash the crabs thoroughly (with the help of a toothbrush).
• Boil sufficient water in a heavy bottomed vessel.
• Add the crabs and little salt.
• Remove the crabs after about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Very carefully remove the crabs and shell them.
• Scoop out the unwanted things from the crabs.
• Crack the pincers. Heat the wok.
• Add olive oil and then the butter.
• Add garlic and saute till pink.
• Add green chillies. Saute for few seconds.
• Add the crab and little salt. Mix gently.
• Cover with a lid having some water on it. Simmer.
• Check after 5 to 7 minutes.
• The crab will turn slightly reddish pink in colour.
• Cover and continue cooking on a low flame for 6 to 8 more minutes.
• Check at regular intervals.
• Cook till done. Serve hot.