Gombo de crabes

Instructions

1. Clean the crabs, remove the shell and the coating, then cut them into pieces or separate the meat.
2. Slice the okra into rounds and remove the tips; rinse and drain them.
3. Fry the sliced onion and garlic in the oil for 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped tomatoes and let them stew for 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the okra and fry for 5 minutes, stirring to reduce their sliminess.
6. Add the crabs, thyme, salt, pepper and chilli, then pour in the coconut milk.
7. Simmer over low heat for 20 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the meat is tender.
8. Squeeze in the lime juice, adjust the seasoning and serve with rice.