Tamarind Tea Leaf Salad with Roasted Peanuts

A refreshing salad of fermented tea leaves tossed with roasted peanuts, fresh herbs, and a tangy tamarind dressing.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 5 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fermented tea leaves
• 2 medium tomato
• 2 green chili
• 1/2 cup roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tsp cooking oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds until golden. Remove from heat.
2. Step 2: Whisk 2 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tsp sugar, 1/4 cup water, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp rice vinegar in a bowl until sugar dissolves. Stir in the garlic oil and set aside.
3. Step 3: Dice 2 medium tomatoes and finely chop 2 green chilies. Place 1/2 cup fermented tea leaves in a bowl, then add tomatoes, chilies, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
4. Step 4: Pour the tamarind dressing over the tea leaves and toss gently to coat. Top with 1/2 cup coarsely chopped roasted peanuts before serving.