29 January, 2009

Stir Fried Clams with Roasted Chili Paste



Stir Fried Clams with Roasted Chili Paste or Hoi lai pad num prik prao a popular Thai dish of stir-fried clams fried with roasted chili paste. Serve hot as part of a main meal.


INGREDIENTS:


  • 450 g fresh Clams, cleaned well
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup sweet basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons roasted chilli paste
  • 4 fresh chillies, cut into long strips
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce

 

PREPARATIONS:


  • Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat.   Add garlic in the hot oil and fry until it becomes golden.
  • Add cooked fresh Clams and stir for a 20 seconds. Then add fish sauce, chili and roasted chilli paste.
  • Before removing from heat, sprinkle with sweet basil leaves and red fresh chilli. Stir-fry for another 10 seconds. Transfered to a serving dish and served with hot steamed rice.



5 Guest comments:

Angie said...

This is one of my favorite dishes! Yummy! Must make some roasted chili paste soon:)

Jan said...

They look lovely! I now NEED some roasted chili paste!

Tan.wiratchada said...

Hi Angie, Jan,
Thank you for stopping in with a nice comment at always.
Always nice all of you. ;)

Beachlover said...

I want some,pls!! love this spicy clam dish,anything spicy and seafood is welcome!!

Mr. Rush said...

I'm not big on clams, but you make everything look good.

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