Serves four – six.

Ingredients

55g tender fresh spinach leaves

3 tbsp fresh mint leaves

2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves

1 small red onion, roughly chopped

1 small garlic clove, chopped

1 fresh green chilli, chopped (deseeded if you like)

2 ½ tsp granulated sugar

1 tbsp tamarind juice or juice of ½ lemon

Method

1) Put all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, adding a little water to enable the blades to move, if necessary.

2) Transfer to a serving bowl, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.