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Pol Sambol (Coconut Sambol)
Cuisine: Sri LankanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
2
servingsPrep time
15
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Ingredients
2 cups freshly grated coconut (alternative: desiccated coconut)
2 tsp chilli powder (adjust to taste)
2 tsp chilli flakes
2 sml shallots, finely chopped (alternative: 2 tbsp equiv. red onion)
1 sml green chilli, finely chopped
2 tsp lime juice (adjust to taste)
0.5 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
2 tsp Optional: Maldive fish chips (available from Indian / Sri Lankan grocery stores)
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the freshly grated coconut.
If using desiccated coconut, soak it in a little water to soften it to the wet texture of fresh coconut. - Add the chilli powder and chilli flakes.
- Add the finely chopped onion.
- Add the salt.
- Add the lime juice.
- Using your hand or a spoon, mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the coconut is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust salt and lime juice accordingly.
Notes
- Pol Sambol is commonly served as an accompaniment to breakfast or a rice and curry.
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