Ingredients:

250 gm clams/ kakka irachi/ elambakka

1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 sprig curry leaves

2 tbsp coconut slices

3/4 tsp turmeric powder

1 1/2 tsp chilli powder

1/2 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp pepper powder

1/2 tsp garam masala

salt to taste

1/2 tsp lemon juice

3 tbsp coconut oil

Preparation:

1. Clean the clams and cook it adding 1/4 tsp turmeric powder and salt adding enough water till cooked and keep it aside.
2. Heat 2 tbsp coconut oil in a pan / tawa and add coconut slices and saute well till brown.
3. Add curry leaves, ginger-garlic paste and chopped onion and saute well.
4. Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, chilli powder, coriander powder, 1/4 tsp garam masala and pepper powder and mix well.
5. Add cooked clams and 1 tbsp coconut oil , mix well and cook at low flame for 5-7 minutes, stirring until they turn brown.
6. Adjust salt and add lemon juice and 1/4 tsp garam masala and mix well…Remove from flame and serve hot..