Crab Shala Recipe

Name: Crab Shala
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large blue crabs; 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes; 31 oz can of tomato sauce; 2 large stalks of celery chopped; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/2 cup sweet peppers chopped; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 1 tsp sweet basil; 1 tsp whole leaf oregano; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 bay leaves

Servings: persons

1
Add the following ingredients into a pan .
2
Celery, peppers, onions, 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
3
Sautee till tender
4
In a pot add theses ingredients.
5
Basil, oregano, tomato sauce, crushed tomatos, bay leaves, garlic, and crabs.
6
Bring to boil add salt to taste.
7
Mix the onions and peppers with shala let it simmer covered for 30 minutes.
8
Stirring occasionally.
9
Serve over rice or noodles.
10
Serve hope you enjoy!

178

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large blue crabs, 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes, 31 oz can of tomato sauce, 2 large stalks of celery chopped, and more.

Yes, Crab Shala falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crab Shala

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Variations & substitutions

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