Elevate your meal with this fiery shredded coconut condiment, made with simple ingredients that add a burst of heat and umami to every bite.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 5 servings
Ingredients
- 200g dry unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 40g red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk lemongrass, finely chopped
- 20g ginger, grated
- 3 red chilli peppers (fresh or dried), chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 cup water for blending
- 3 pieces kaffir lime leaves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
- 1 teaspoon tamarind paste
- 50g organic coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon mushroom seasoning
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
Method
- Prepare the coconut mixture: Place the dry shredded coconut in a bowl and mix in the turmeric powder. Microwave for 20 seconds to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Dry fry the coconut: Heat a pan over low to medium heat and add the coconut mixture. Dry fry the mixture until the coconut becomes dry and light, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
- Prepare the spice paste: In a blender, combine: red onion; garlic; lemongrass; ginger; red chilli peppers; coriander powder; cumin powder and water'. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the spice paste: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the blended ingredients and stir-fry until aromatic.
- Add kaffir lime leaves: Stir in the sliced kaffir lime leaves and continue to stir-fry until the oil starts to separate.
- Season the mixture: Add salt, tamarind paste, coconut sugar and mushroom seasoning. Stir until well combined.
- Incorporate the coconut: Add the dry fried coconut mixture to the pan. Cook over medium-low heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until the mixture dries up, stirring occasionally.
- Serve: Transfer the Serunding to a serving bowl and allow it to cool before serving.
Recipe created by Ryza @theveganmumnson and Nora @javanese_vegan.
"Embracing veganism has deepened our connection to Islam, guiding us towards a lifestyle rooted in compassion, sustainability, and health. It prompts us to reflect on our food choices, the products we use, and their impact on others and the environment. We aspire to inspire others to embark on a similar journey."