2 Fresh or canned plum tomatoes; seeded and sliced
2 tb Vegetable oil
An 8-oz bottle of clam juice
Cooked rice as an accompaniment
Directions
Step #1 In a large heavy saucepan mix the oil & the flour & cook the roux over moderately low heat, stirring constantly with a metal spatula, for 8 to 10 mins, or until it is a deep caramel color.
Step #2 Add the onion & the bell pepper & cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring every once in awhile, until the vegetables are softened.
Step #3 Add the clam juice, & 1 c water, bring the liquid to a boil, the tomatoes, & let simmer the mixture carefully for 15 to 20 mins, or until it is reduced & thickened.
Step #4 stir in the the crab meat & salt & pepper to taste, simmer the stew for 5 mins, & stir in the the scallion green.