Curried Steamed Clams (Teesryo) Recipe

Name: Curried Steamed Clams (Teesryo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon scraped. finely chopped fresh gingerroot; 2 large onions, peeled, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced lengthwise into paper-thin slivers; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons ground coriander; 1 ½ teaspoons turmeric; 4 dozen small hard-shelled clams, scrubbed; 1 fresh coconut, shelled, peeled and coarsely grated; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro); 1 ½ teaspoons ground cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon scraped. finely chopped fresh gingerroot
2 large onions, peeled, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced lengthwise into paper-thin slivers
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ground coriander
1 ½ teaspoons turmeric
4 dozen small hard-shelled clams, scrubbed
1 fresh coconut, shelled, peeled and coarsely grated
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
1 ½ teaspoons ground cayenne pepper

1
In a heavy 10-12 inch skillet, heat the oil over moderate heat until a light haze forms above it.
2
Add the ginger and stir for a minute, then drop in the onions.
3
Stirring constantly, fry for 7-8 minutes, until they are soft and golden brown.
4
Watch carefully for any signs of burning and regulate the heat accordingly.
5
Stir in the salt and ground coriander, cook for a minute or so, then stir in turmeric.
6
When the mixture is well blended, add the clams, turning them about with a spoon to coat them evenly.
7
Cover the skillet tightly, reduce the heat to low, and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the clams open.
8
Immediately transfer the entire contents of the skillet to a deep heated platter.
9
Scatter the coconut over the clams and sprinkle them with lemon juice, fresh coriander and red pepper.
10
Serve at once.

163

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon scraped. finely chopped fresh gingerroot, 2 large onions, peeled, cut lengthwise in half, then sliced lengthwise into paper-thin slivers, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Curried Steamed Clams (Teesryo) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Curried Steamed Clams (Teesryo)

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