Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      ounces        pitted dates -- cut into quarters
   2      tablespoons   frozen or fresh grated coconut -- (unsweetened)
     1/4  cup           fresh lemon juice
   2      tablespoons   fresh ginger root -- finely chopped
   1      tablespoon    fresh cilantro -- finely chopped
                        -- (fresh coriander,
                        -- chinese parsley)
     1/2  teaspoon      fennel seeds
     1/8  teaspoon      cayenne pepper -- or to taste
   2      tablespoons   onion -- finely chopped
                        salt and freshly ground black pepper -- to taste

Preparation:

Rub the fennel seeds briskly between the palms of your hands in order to bruise them and to release their aroma. Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl and mix to combine thoroughly. Serve at once or cover tightly and refrigerate for no longer than 2 or 3 days. Makes about 1+1/2 cups (375 ml).