Stuffed Mussels Fry/Kallummakkaya Porichadh

Ingredients

• 1000 gms Mussels
• 2 cups White rice (Soaked overnight)
• 1 cup Rice powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Coconut, grated
• 2 teaspoons Fennel seeds
• 1 unit/count Onions (Finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons Chilli powder
• 2 cups Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1Using a knife, clean the outer shells of the mussels. Open them carefully and clean the inside, removing any dirt. Rinse thoroughly 4-5 times.
2. 2Invert the cleaned mussels on the edges of a vessel to drain excess water.
3. 3In a mixer grinder, combine the soaked white rice, grated coconut, chopped onion, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, and salt. Grind with a little water until smooth, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
4. 4Gradually add rice powder to the bowl, mixing well to form a smooth dough. Adjust with water and salt as needed.
5. 5Fill the cleaned mussels with the prepared rice dough.
6. 6Steam the stuffed mussels for 25 minutes. Once done, turn off the heat and allow them to cool.
7. 7Carefully remove the shells from the steamed mussels, leaving only the meat with the rice dough.
8. 8In a small bowl, mix chilli powder with a little water and salt to form a fine paste.
9. 9Dip the cooked mussels into the chilli paste and deep fry in vegetable oil until golden brown.
10. 10Serve the fried mussels hot and enjoy with your loved ones.