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Srilankan Beef Sambol

Cultural Context

Srilankan Beef Sambol is a vibrant dish that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage, often served as a spicy accompaniment to rice or flatbreads. Traditionally prepared in homes, it reflects the use of fresh, local ingredients and bold spices that characterize Sri Lankan cuisine. Today, variations exist across the globe, adapting to local tastes while maintaining the essence of this flavorful sambol.

Sri LankanLKmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 grams custard powder
200 grams milkmaid
500 grams milk
300 grams sugar
salt
orange food color
onion
ginger-garlic paste
tomato
chili powder
green chilies
curry leaves
cumin seeds
turmeric
beef
yogurt
water
potato

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers are milder and lower in heat, jalapeños are often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has similar acidity, vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Start by preparing custard with 250 grams custard powder and a little milk, mixing until smooth.

2

Add 200 grams milkmaid and mix well.

3

Incorporate 300 grams sugar and 2 liters of milk, mixing thoroughly.

4

Add a pinch of salt and some orange food color, then cook over medium heat until thickened.

5

Once the custard is ready, set it aside.

6

Chop onions, tomatoes, and green chilies for the beef sambol preparation.

7

Heat oil in a pot and add the chopped onions, sautéing until browned.

8

Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté until fragrant.

9

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften.

10

Stir in chili powder and green chilies, mixing well.

11

Add the beef and cook until browned.

12

Incorporate cumin seeds and turmeric, mixing thoroughly.

13

Add yogurt and water to the mixture, then cover and cook until the beef is tender.

14

Once cooked, add salt to taste and mix well before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingseasoning

Equipment Needed

potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

SambolSambal

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