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Clams with Coconut

Cultural Context

Clams with Coconut is a dish that reflects the coastal culinary traditions of India, particularly in regions like Kerala where seafood is abundant and coconut is a staple. This dish showcases the harmonious blend of fresh clams with the rich, creamy texture of coconut milk, often seasoned with spices and herbs that are characteristic of Indian cuisine. It’s a popular dish in coastal households, enjoyed with rice or bread, and has gained popularity in various forms across the globe, celebrating the flavors of the sea and the tropics.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
black clams
cooking oil
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon chopped ginger
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon peppercorn
3 dried red chilies
2 chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 chopped tomato
1 green chili
1-1.5 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon tamarind pulp
4-5 tablespoons coconut milk
2-3 tablespoons dry grated coconut
chopped coriander

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

clams

🥗Healthier: mussels

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Mussels are often cheaper and easier to find.

1

Wash clams 4-5 times to remove sand.

2

Heat saucepan on fire and add cooking oil.

3

Add 1 teaspoon chopped garlic and 1 teaspoon chopped ginger; fry for some time.

4

Add 2 chopped onions and sauté until light brown.

5

Add 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder and 1 chopped tomato; sauté for some time.

6

Add 1 green chili for spice.

7

Add roasted spice powder made from 2 tablespoons coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, and 1/2 teaspoon peppercorn; mix well.

8

Add cleaned clams and cook until semi-dry.

9

Add 1-1.5 teaspoons salt and 1 tablespoon tamarind pulp; cover and cook.

10

Add 4-5 tablespoons coconut milk and 2-3 tablespoons dry grated coconut; finish with chopped coriander.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

saucepan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishcoconut

Also Known As

Coconut ClamsClams in Coconut Curry

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