Clams Fry/Kakka Irachi Ularthu
1.Clams/Kakka Irachi-1 kg
Remove the inner black thing from the clams by pressing it.Wash and drain the clams.
2.Chilli powder-1 tbsp
Turmeric powder-1 tsp
Vinegar-1 tbsp
Salt to taste
Marinate all the above ingredients to the cleaned clams/Kakka Irachi.Add 1/2 cup water and Pressure cook this for 2 whistles .
3.Onion-2 big
Shallots-10
Ginger-1” piece
Garlic-1 pod
Curry leaves-2-3 sprigs
Coconut pieces-1/2 cup
Coconut oil-3 tbsps
Heat oil and fry the coconut pieces till it starts to brown.Add the curry leaves and fry.Add the chopped onions and shallots and sauté this till onions are translucent.Now add the crushed garlic & ginger and sauté.
4.Chilli powder-2 tsp
Pepper powder-2 tsp
Garammasala-1 tsp (optional)
Coconut oil as required
Add all the above ingredients except oil,once the raw smell of ginger and garlic vanishes.Add the water leftover in the cooker and sauté till oil separates.Now Add the cooked Clams /Kakka Irachi and cook on medium heat . If this starts to stick to the bottom,add some more coconut oil in between and fry till it’s browned .
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