Mussel, Cockle and Clam Masala

Ingredients

• 25ml/1fl oz vegetable oil
• 1.5kg/3½lb or 3.9l/7pt mixed mussels, clams and cockles
• 85ml/3fl oz water

For the Masala

• 1 tbsp coriander seeds
• 1 tsp cloves
• 2 tbsp cumin seeds
• 350g/12oz onions, finely chopped
• 8 large garlic cloves
• 50g/2oz fresh ginger, chopped
• Walnut-sized knob of dried tamarind pulp (seeded)
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 3 fresh red chillies
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 3 tbsp coconut cream

For the Garnish

• 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• You will need a large pan, preferably a wok, to cook this dish.