Preparation:

1. Put the grated coconut in a pan with no oil. Stir over low heat until golden. Set aside.
2. Soak the raw banana buds in a cup of lime juice. Then slice into small pieces.
3. In a frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add shallot and saute until golden. Remove and set aside.
4. In a frying pan, heat another 2 tablespoons of oil. Add garlic and saute in the hot oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
5. In a large mixing bowl, mix the roasted chilli paste, sugar and lime juice together. Add the boiled pork or chicken, banana shoot and fish sauce. Stir well.
6. Add roasted coconut, sauted garlic and sauted shallot. Stir well.
7. When serving, garnish with mint leaves and red chillies.

Note : Prawn crackers or crispy fish crackers are recommended to be served with this dish. They are available in various oriental grocer shops.