Ingredients:
1 tender iceberg lettuce or tender green cabbage, shredded
2 fresh red chillies finely chopped
1 cucumber finely chopped
1 tbsp. coriander leaves finely chopped
1 lemon
1 tsp. castor sugar
salt to taste
Method:
- Finely grate rind of lemon. Keep aside.
- Extract juice, strain out seeds, keep aside.
- Chill lettuce or cabbage in icewater till crisp.
- Drain, press out excess water with hands.
- Place drained lettuce in large salad bowl.
- Add all other ingredients.
- Toss lightly with fingers or a wooden fork.
- Serve chilled with crisp toast or piled on canapes.
Making time: 20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings
Shelflife: Best fresh
Lemon Dishes Index
