Simple banana blossom sambol

Ingredients:

Banana blossom – 1 small

Grated coconut – ½ cup

Shallot or small onion – 1 (finely chopped)

Green chilies – 2-3 (chopped)

Lime juice or tamarind juice – 1 tbsp

Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

Salt – To taste

Pepper powder – ½ tsp (optional)

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Here’s what you need to do before eating:

1. Prepare the banana blossom:

Remove the hard outer layers.

Finely chop the tender inner part and soak it in water with salt and lime juice (to prevent discoloration).

Then, boil it with turmeric and salt for about 5 minutes.

Drain the water and squeeze out the excess moisture.

2. Mix everything together:

Now, add the boiled banana blossom, grated coconut, onion, green chilies, salt, and pepper to a bowl.

Squeeze in some lime juice and mix everything well.

3. Time to enjoy!

Alright, your sambol is ready!

Will you have it with rice? Curry? Or just enjoy it as it is?

Whatever you choose, make sure to taste and enjoy it!