Gotu Kola Sambol (Sri Lankan Herb Salad)

Method

1. 1

   Stack the gotu kola leaves, roll them tight, and slice into hair-thin ribbons with a sharp knife.

   💡 The thinner the cut, the better the texture — this is a slaw, not a leafy salad.

2. 2

   Toss the shredded leaves in a bowl with the coconut, shallot and green chili.

3. 3

   Squeeze over the lime juice and season with salt; work it through with your fingers so the coconut coats every ribbon.

4. 4

   Taste and adjust lime, chili and salt — it should read sharp, hot and slightly sweet from the coconut.

5. 5

   Serve immediately alongside rice and curry; it wilts and turns watery if it sits too long.