| CATEGORY | CUISINE | TAG | YIELD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grains | Indian | Indian, Microwave | 10 | Servings |
INGREDIENTS
| 3/4 | c | Coconut, flaked |
| 1 3/4 | c | Hot water |
| 1/2 | Head lettuce, washed | |
| chopped coarsely | ||
| 2 | Chili Peppers, Green Hot | |
| Fresh seeded & chopped | ||
| 1 | t | Tamarind paste |
| 1/2 | t | Salt, or to taste |
| 1/2 | t | Cumin, ground |
INSTRUCTIONS
Pour half the water & all the coconut in a 4 pint bowl or casserole. Cover & cook on 100% (high) power for 2 minutes. Stir the coconut & add the remaining water. Spread the lettuce leaves on top evenly, recover & cook on 100% power for 2 minutes. Stir the contents, cover & let stand for 5 minutes, then uncover & allow to cool for 15-20 minutes. Put the coconut & lettuce mixture, chile peppers & tamarind in a food processor & chop coarsely. Add the salt & cumin & blend for a few seconds longer. Recipe By : The Complete Indian Cookbook Posted to FOODWINE Digest 25 November 96 Date: Mon, 25 Nov 1996 18:27:32 -0500 From: Randee Fried <Noellekk@AOL.COM> NOTES : Here is an easy way to use up lettuce leaves which are not crisp enough to use in a salad. You can substitute 1 1/2 Tablespoons for the lemon juice. For microwave ovens lower than 700 watts: 500 watts: add 40 seconds to every minute stated in recipe. 600 watts: add 20 seconds to every minute stated in recipe. 650 watts: only a slight increase in overall time necessary.
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