SAMBAL LOTIS. DELICIOUS TAMARIND SAUCE. DELICIOUS WITH FRUITS.

lotis (young jackfruit)

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned jackfruit

Canned jackfruit is more accessible and affordable while maintaining a similar texture.

red chili peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: sriracha sauce

Sriracha offers a spicy kick with less prep time.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative for cooking.

Open the tamarind and set aside.

Mash the pepper and shrimp paste.

Heat up 2 cups of water and dissolve the mashed paste.

Bring the water to a light boil and dissolve the sugar.

Break the tamarind and add to the boiling mix.

Keep breaking the tamarind in the pot.

Once the mix thickens up, lower the heat.

Keep on low heat till the mix is thick enough as shown.

Pour in a bowl and serve with any fruit you like.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level: