Kakka Irachi Thoran
Clam meat is known as Kakka or Erunth (in the northern parts of Kerala). Clams are shellfish and are highly nutritious.
Here, we usually get cleaned clam meat itself. If you are buying clams with shells, steam them for 20–25 minutes. The clams will open their shells. Then turn off the flame and allow them to cool.
Once cooled, remove the shells and the black-colored part of the meat (gently press that side with two fingers, and the black part will come out). After that, wash the meat with water two or three times.
Here, Kakka Thoran is prepared using grated coconut.
Ingredients
- Clam meats: 200 gm kakka(1 small bowl)
- Coconut: 1/4 to 1/2 coconut
- Onion: 1 big size or 2 small (chopped) or you can use shallots
- Ginger: 1 small piece (to make 1 tbs paste)
- Garlic cloves: 5-6 nos
- Red chili powder – 2 tbs
- Pepper powder – 1/4 tbs
- Turmeric powder – 1/2 tbs
- Coriander powder – 1/2 tbs
- Mustard – 1/2 tbs
- Dried Red chilies – 2 nos
- Curry leaves: 2 stems
- Salt
Preparation:
Clean clams well.
Coconut paste:
Roast the red chili powder and coriander powder in a pan for 2–3 minutes. Once the raw smell disappears, turn off the flame and let it cool.
In a mixer, grind the grated coconut along with the ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, and the roasted chili and coriander powders. There is no need to make a smooth paste; we need a coarse mixture.
Making Kakka irachi thoran:
Splutter the mustard seeds, then add the dried red chilies and curry leaves.
Add the slit green chilies and chopped onions.
Add ½ tablespoon of salt and sauté well.
Continue sautéing, taking care not to burn the onions.
Once the onions start to change color, add the clam meat and mix well.
Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 3–4 minutes.
After 3–4 minutes, open the lid and give it a good stir.
Add the coconut mixture and sauté well.
Then cover the pan again and cook for about 10 minutes.
Stir occasionally in between to ensure even cooking and to prevent sticking.
Super easy healthy and tasty kakka irachi thoran ready to serve..
