Jun 30, 2008

Pineapple Salad

Ingredients:
1 medium firm pineapple, grated coarsely
5 small spring onions with greens
5-6 tender french beans chopped 1" long pieces
1/4 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup raw peanuts coarsely pound or crushed
2 flakes garlic peeled, crushed
1 stalk lemon grass finely chopped
2 fresh red chillies, finely chopped
1 tomato, inner seeds removed, thinly slivered
1 tbsp. soya sauce
1 tsp. sugar
salt to taste

Method:


Parboil beans till slightly tender, but not overcooked.
Chop spring onion greens finely, and scallions to thin slivers
Mix all ingredients, tossing with a wooden spatula, to blend well.
Keep covered and refrigerated for 15-20 minutes, before serving.
Serve as a crisp fresh salad, garnish with chilli or onion flowers.

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