Experience a burst of flavour with our basted gem lettuce—a delicious fusion that combines the crisp freshness of lettuce with the warm, savoury notes of curry leaves and fish sauce. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures and a medley of flavours, making it a standout side dish.
10 min
30 min
4-6 pers
Side
United Kingdom
Ingredients
● 2 x gem lettuce, quartered
● 2 x sprigs curry leaves
● 200g soft butter
● 1 bulb roasted garlic, pulped
● 2 red chillies
● 2 x limes juiced
● 2 tbsp fish sauce
Directions
Step 1
Light a wide charcoal bed and run the oven up to 250°C. Char the lettuce over high heat in the lower part of the oven until the lettuce is charred and has softened.
Step 2
Char the chillies directly on the charcoal until blackened.
Step 3
Fry the curry leaves in the butter until golden and aromatic.
Step 4
Leave to cook for a couple of minutes and blend with the chillies, garlic, curry leaves, lime juice and fish sauce. You can cool the butter and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Step 5
Melt a few spoons of the butter in a frying pan and baste the charred lettuce quarters.