Tamarind Coleslaw
Tamarind is added as a flavouring to coleslaw for a salty, tangy flavour. Chilies and lime are added to give it a sharper taste but the addition of mint to freshen up any sharpness
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 teaspoons fresh Tamarind
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 jalapeno chili deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon mint, fresh chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 cherry tomatoes
Coleslaw
- 1 cup white cabbage thinly sliced
- ½ cup red cabbage, thinly slices
- 3 spring onions chopped
- ½ medium carrot grated
Instructions
- Mash the tamarind with the coconut oil into a paste.
- Add the lime juice and chilli. Blend to make a dressing.
- In a medium mixing bowl place the cabbage, carrots and onion.
- Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and coat well.
- Add the fresh mint and garnish with the cherry tomatoes.
- Serve immediately
Notes
Makes 4 servings