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International Produce

Betel Leaf Salad with Shredded Carrot

About the Recipe

Ingredients

Betel leaves are primarily consumed as a remedy for various ailments including headaches and skin irritations.
Used in Middle Eastern countries for centuries as a medicinal herb. Has high amounts of vitamins and minerals and is rich in essential amino acids.

Directions

In a small mixing bowl, add tamarind juice, palm sugar, lime, and soy sauce. Mix together. You can use the lime and sugar to adjust the taste to be as sweet or sour as you prefer, but be careful not to add too much lime juice. Letting the tamarind juice take the lead in this the sauce yields delicious results.
Put the betel leaves and carrots in a medium mixing bowl. Pour the tamarind mixture over the leaves and carrots, then follow with peanut, chili, mint leaves. Mix well and then serve.

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