Kai Soup
"Black River clams are sold in open air markets throughout Fiji. Kai means clams in Fijian. Any fresh clams make a wonderful substitutes. If you are using Black River clams, make sure to simmer for about 30 minutes, or until they are tender. From Sam Choy's Polynesian Kitchen."
- Ready In:
- 1hr
- Ingredients:
- 10
- Serves:
-
4-6
ingredients
- 2 lbs river kai clams or 2 lbs fresh clams
- 6 cups water
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1⁄4 cup flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- salt and pepper
- lemon juice
- green onion, chopped for garnish
directions
- Clean clams and rinse.
- Place clams in a pot with the water.
- Simmer until clams open.
- Remove from heat.
- Strain the clam stock and set aside.
- In a separate pot, heat the butter, and add the diced onion and garlic.
- Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the flour, and cook for 1 minute.
- Do not brown.
- Slowly stir in the clam stock.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, add the coconut milk, and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper and lemon juice to taste.
- Divide soup among bowls.
- Just before serving, add clams, and garnish with the chopped green onion.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Charlotte J
United States
