from: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2005/10/18/AR2005101800303.html
(Gajjar Ka Salaad)
2 cups carrots, peeled and shredded
2 tablespoons roasted salted peanuts, chopped
1 serrano chili pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
Salt
Shredded unsweetened coconut, for garnish (optional)
Cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
In a medium bowl, combine the carrots, peanuts, chili pepper and lemon juice. Mix well. Set aside.
In a small skillet, heat the oil. Add the mustard seeds. When the seeds begin to crackle, after about 1 minute, remove from heat and pour over the carrots. Add salt to taste and mix well. Garnish with coconut and cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.
