Marwai ( clams or kakka)
Clams are eaten more in the coastal regions of
India , especially in konkan ,kerala,Bengal
and Karnataka regions. In different parts
,caste or people prepare
different style of cooking methods.
Health & Nutrition
Benefits Of Eating Clams
Clams make up for a heart-healthy choice, as they are low
in fat and rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
It serves as a good source of phosphorus for the body,
the nutrient required for proper formation of bones and teeth. In addition, it
also helps the body utilize vitamins.
The protein level of clam is much higher than that of red
meat, with very few calories. It helps in building lean body mass in athletes.
It is a rich source of iron for the body. In fact, the
iron content in clam is much higher than beef. It is a boon for individuals
suffering from iron deficiency.
The high amount of potassium present in clam assists the
body in maintaining blood pressure and regulating heart function, along with
other body processes.
It is rich in vitamin A, which is required by the body to
maintain healthy skin and also promotes vision, growth and bone development.
Clam has a fair amount of cholesterol, which is required
to maintain healthy blood cholesterol in the body.
Consumption & Storage
Tips
Since clam is collected from the coastal sides, there are
chances that it can be contaminated with chemical pollutants present in sea.
Hence, it is advisable to wash it thoroughly before cooking and avoid eating it
raw.
It is highly perishable; hence, it should be eaten and
cooked as soon as it is brought from the market.
While buying clam, make sure it feels heavy in size and
is fresh and plump, without the odor of ammonia.
It is advisable to eat clam within 24 hours. If properly
cooked, fresh clam can stay for approximately 4 days in the refrigerator.
However, freezing cooked clam can make it rubbery and tough.
MARWAI SUKKA
Once again I am going
prepare one more Manglorean
dish called “marwai sukka”.
Ingredients
Marwai
1 cup cleaned and washed
Red long chilies
10 to 12
Grated coconut
1 full
Coriander seeds
2 tsp
Jeera 1 tsp
Garlic 5 to 6 cloves
Onion 2 finely chopped
Green chilly 2
Salt to taste
Curry leaves few
Method to clean clams
wash
the clams with shell 3- 4 times. Then boil this in little water till the shell open. Let it cool for some time. 
Then remove clams
from shell. Now it ready to use.
Method for preparing masala
1.
Grind red chilly and coriander seeds in to fine
paste and keep it aside.
2nd masala.:- Grind
coconut,jeera, ½ chopped onion,
garlic and green chilly without adding
water
Heat oil in Kadai, add chopped onions fry till light brown
then add Masala 1 fry for a minute then add washed clams and salt in it.
Cook it for 10-15 minutes. Then add
masala 2 and few curry leaves, cook till
it gets dry.
Marwai sukka is
ready to serve. Good combination with
Neer Dosa or good side for lunch.
