- 250g/9oz fresh grated coconut or frozen coconut, thawed
- or 150g/5oz desiccated coconut
- 1 large bunch of fresh coriander
- 1 large bunch of fresh mint
- 4-5 green chillies
- 6-8 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp (heaped) cumin seeds
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 large lime, juiced (or to taste)
- salt
- Put all the ingredients into a blender and whiz until you have got a thick paste, adding a little water if necessary.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice if you like.