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Palapa

Palapa is a fragrant Maranao condiment of aromatics, chilies, and toasted coconut.

45 minutes · Serves 8

Ingredients for Palapa

  • 1 cup white scallions, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup ginger, pounded
  • 1/4 cup turmeric, grated
  • 8 bird's-eye chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 cup fresh coconut, grated and toasted
  • 1/2 tsp salt

How to cook Palapa

  1. 1.Finely chop scallions and chilies, pound ginger, and grate turmeric.
  2. 2.Toast grated coconut in a dry pan for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden.
  3. 3.Combine scallions, ginger, turmeric, chilies, and toasted coconut in a large bowl.
  4. 4.Cook the mixture in a dry pan over medium-low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring constantly, until dry and fragrant.
  5. 5.Stir in salt, cool completely, and refrigerate in a sterilized glass jar for up to 1 month.
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