In Sri Lanka we have a green called Gotu Kola that is prepared the same way as the parsley sambol. Here in the States, this green is not available so parsley is a great substitute.
1 large bunch of parsley (flat or curly) finely shredded
1 cup finely diced tomatoes ( I like Roma tomatoes for this)
1 small red onion
1-2 green chilies finely sliced (seeded for less heat)
1/3 cup dessicated coconut
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
small pinch of sugar (optional)
juice of 1 lemon (or to taste)
Note: I did not finely shred my parsley as I usually do for the sake of getting the parsley represented in the photographs. I suggest you shred the parsley more than represented in my pictures.
Directions:
Prepare all ingredients and mix together. Make sure you remove any thick stems from the parsley and seed the tomato before chopping. Mix well and serve as a side dish with rice and curry meal. Enjoy.
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looks delicious! I love parsley but I have never seen this dish before, once summer rolls along I will have to try this :)
ReplyDeleteI love making a parsley salad, especially for fish dishes. It's such a light and fresh tasting salad which pairs great with a delicate filet. Thanks for sharing :)
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I think parsley doesn't get as much love as it deserves. This salad looks so Spring-y and fresh! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful Ramona! I like your idea of using it with tuna for a healthy tuna salad!
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ReplyDeleteI'm not a big salad person BUT I'm so intrigued by parsley's star role in this! I never thought it could be used like that - Ramona you have my attention :D Perhaps next time I venture into salad territory I'll whip this one up heehee.
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slurp, drooling here rite now, very tempting dish.
ReplyDeleteI have not heard of this, but I love parsley! This looks so light and flavorful!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a tempting dish :)
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I have heard of Gotu Kola before but didn´t know it was a green eaten in salads in other parts of the world. I love parsley in salads. It truly adds freshness. This is a wonderful recipe. Very healthy. Thanks for sharing. I´m your newest follower. Nice to meet you.
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting list of ingredients. Your salad looks refreshing, and Gotu Kola sounds very familiar.
ReplyDeleteThis reminds me a little bit of Tabbouleh which also used a ton of parsley, but I believe it has bulghur as kind of a bulk ingredient. That would definitely make the texture different. Your sambol appears lighter, fresher and with the coconut (YUM!) - a totally different flavor! It's a keeper.
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Hi. This salad is awesome. We make it quite often. My preference is to throw in a few flakes of dried Maldive fish [umelekade sp?]. I was wondering if you know of a good recipe for canthe. I'm not sure of the spelling, but it is a drink/soup made with Gotu Kola or Parsley and rice + other ingredients. It is a common beverage to drink/eat when a bit under the weather. Cheers, Ravi.
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DeleteSorry for the delay in answering your question... I have been sick with the flu and may need to make this porridge you are asking about for myself. Unfortunately, I do not have this particular recipe on my blog, but a friend of mine runs another website and they do have the recipe you are looking for: http://www.infolanka.com/recipes/mess1/134.html Hope it helps. Thanks for visiting Kitchen Simmer. ~ Ramona :)