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Lasary Legioma

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15 minutes
Prep
1 hour (pickling)
Cook
6
Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 Carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 head Cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 (optional) Green mango, julienned
  • 60ml (1/4 cup) White vinegar
  • 15ml (1 tbsp) Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 Small chili, thinly sliced

Method

  1. Combine the carrots, cabbage, and green mango in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and sugar in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss well.
  4. Add the sliced chili and toss again.
  5. Let sit at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

Introduction: Lasary legioma is a bright, tangy pickled vegetable salad served as a starter or side across Madagascar, cutting through richer dishes with its acidity.

Cultural Background: The word lasary covers a whole family of quick pickles made with whatever vegetables or fruit are in season.

Tips: The longer it sits, the more the vegetables absorb the pickling liquid, so make it ahead if you can.

Variations: Green papaya or cucumber can be used in place of or alongside the cabbage and carrot.

Storage: Keeps well refrigerated in a sealed container for up to a week.

Reheating: Served cold; no reheating needed.

Nutrition: Approx. 45 kcal, 1g protein, 10g carbohydrates, 0g fat per serving.

FAQs:

Q: Is lasary very spicy?

A: It's typically mild to medium, with the chili easy to adjust or omit to taste.