Salad: GOTU KOLA

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Finely slice 2 cups rinsed gotu kola leaves. Toss together with 1/3 cup finely chopped onion, 1 fresh chili (seeded, stemmed, and sliced), 2/3 cup freshly grated coconut, 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, and Vs teaspoon salt. Serve immediately. Alternatively, put all the ingredients in a wok with a tablespoon of water and sauté for about 1 minute over medium-high heat. 

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