Spicy Stir-Fried Clams

A fragrant and fiery stir-fry of clams with coconut, curry leaves, and spices. Perfect served over steaming hot rice for a bold seafood feast.
Ingredients
- 400 grams cooked clam meat, drained
- Salt, to taste
- ½ t turmeric powder
- 5 curry leaves, sliced
- 2 T oil
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 t coriander powder
- 1 t chilli powder
- 2 t ground pepper
- ½ C shredded coconut
- 7–9 dried chillies
- 8 cloves garlic
- Hot cooked rice, to serve
Method
- Ensure the clam meat is well drained.
- Coarsely grind/process the coconut, dried chillies, and 8 cloves of garlic, then set aside.
- Heat the oil in a wok or fry pan and quickly fry the chopped onion, crushed garlic, and sliced curry leaves.
- Add the coriander, chilli powder, and ground pepper and mix through.
- Add the clam meat, stir to combine, and allow to heat through.
- Add the coconut mixture, stir to combine, and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Serve hot over steamed rice.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Serves: 4
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