Carrot Leaves Sambol | Sri Lankan Green Leaf Salad | Quick & Healthy

carrot leaves

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach provides a similar texture and nutrients.

fresh coconut

🥗Healthier: desiccated coconut

💰Cheaper: coconut milk

Desiccated coconut is easier to store and use.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

Wash carrot leaves thoroughly under cold water.

Chop carrot leaves finely and place in a mixing bowl.

Grate fresh coconut and add to the bowl.

Finely chop red onion and add to the mixture.

Slice green chili and add according to spice preference.

Squeeze lime juice over the mixture.

Sprinkle salt to taste and mix well.

Chop fresh coriander and fold into the sambol.

Heat mustard seeds in a small pan until they pop.

Pour the tempered mustard seeds over the sambol and mix gently.

Cooking Techniques

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