Sri Lankan cabbage mallung
Fresh shredded cabbage stir fried with coconut, turmeric and mustard seeds, ready in 15 minutes.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.64 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Add the mustard seeds and fry until they pop.
- 2
Add the onion, chillies and curry leaves and cook for 3 minutes.
3 min - 3
Stir in the turmeric, then add the cabbage and salt. Stir fry for 4 minutes until just wilted but still bright.
4 min - 4
Add the coconut and 2 tablespoons of water. Toss for 2 minutes until the coconut is soft.
2 min - 5
Finish with lime juice and serve warm.
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