Mangu

pol-sambol

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Pol Sambol is a traditional Sri Lankan dish primarily made from grated coconut, red onions, dried whole chilies, lime juice, salt, and Maldive fish. It is a staple accompaniment with rice, string hoppers, hoppers, and bread. This dish is renowned for its combination of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. Pol Sambol is also commonly used as a filling for sandwiches and rolls.

garlic

maldive fish flakes

salt

coconut

dried limes

dried red chili

fresh green chili

powdered sugar

red onion

Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups of grated coconut

  • 3 red onions

  • 2 dried red chilies

  • 2 fresh green chilies

  • 2 cloves of garlic

  • 1 teaspoon of Maldive fish flakes

  • 1 teaspoon of salt

  • 1 teaspoon of sugar

  • 1 lime


Instructions:

  1. Chop the red onions, dried red chilies, fresh green chilies, and garlic finely.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped ingredients with the grated coconut, Maldive fish flakes, salt, and sugar.

  3. Using your hands, mix the ingredients together until well combined.

  4. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and mix again.

  5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

  6. Serve immediately with rice or bread, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.