Traditional Pol Sambol

Traditional Pol Sambol

Classic Sri Lankan coconut sambol made with dried sprats - a perfect accompaniment for rice and hoppers.

🥄 Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh coconut (grated)
  • 2 tbsp Dried Sprats
  • 2 green chillies, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp chilli flakes

📋 Instructions

1

Dry roast the dried sprats in a pan for 2-3 minutes until crispy, then crush lightly.

2

Combine grated coconut, crushed sprats, green chillies and onion in a bowl.

3

Add lime juice and mix well with your hand or a spoon.

4

Season with salt and chilli flakes to taste.

5

Serve fresh with rice, string hoppers or roti.