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Gotu Kola Sambal (Sri Lankan Centella Sambol)

This Gotu Kola Sambal is a fresh and nutritious Sri Lankan side dish made with finely sliced gotu kola, coconut, red onion, lime juice, and chili. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a vibrant accompaniment packed with flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Sri Lankan
Calories: 55
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 bunch gotu kola finely sliced
  • 1 medium red onions finely chopped
  • 3 Thai green chilies finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup coconut grated
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 lime juice
  • 1/2 tbsp Maldives fish optional

Method
 

  1. Soak the gotu kola leaves in lukewarm salted water for 5 minutes to remove dirt and impurities. Rinse thoroughly and drain well.
  2. Finely slice the gotu kola
  3. Finely chop red onions and 3 Thai green chilies.
  4. Add the gotu kola, onion, green chilies, 1/4 cup coconut, and Maldives fish (if using) to a mixing bowl.
  5. Add the lime juice and salt. Mix well until evenly combined.