Served as main course. Non-vegetarian.

Indian

3 cups Clams, washed and cleaned

1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder

2 large Onions, chopped

2 Garlic flake(s) crushed

1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds

4 Green Chillies, finely chopped

1 Tomatoes, chopped

1 cup grated Coconut

1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala(Hot Spice Mix)(optional)

1 cup chopped Coriander Leaves

2 Tablespoons Oil

Salt to taste

In a pot, combine water, clams and salt. Bring to a boil and cook on medium heat for about 15 minutes or till the shells have split open and the clams are tender. Strain and separate the shells retaining the one with the clam and discarding the empty one. Keep aside. Heat the oil in a pan and crackle the cumin seeds. Add the green chillies, garlic and onions. Saute till the onions are transparent. Do not let the onions brown even a little. Add the turmeric powder and mix well. Then add the tomato pieces anf stir-fry briefly. Add the clams, grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and add salt. Stir-fry briefly on high heat for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the garam masala (optional). Cover and cook on low heat for about 4 minutes. Serve hot with boiled rice and/or Vada.

Preparation time: 10-15 minutes

Cooking time 20-25 minutes,Serves: 4

Tips:

Fresh clams may need to be repeated and thoroughly washed till all the sand has gone off. Discard the clams which have not opened after cooking them.

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