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Malaysian Sambal

Cultural Context

Originating from Malaysia, Sambal is a versatile chili paste that serves as a condiment, side dish, or cooking ingredient. It is integral to Malaysian cuisine, often accompanying rice and grilled meats, and varies widely in ingredients and heat levels across regions. Today, sambal enjoys global popularity, inspiring numerous adaptations and variations in different culinary traditions.

MalaysianMYother
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
450g big onions
2 red onions
2 small garlic
30g belachan (shrimp paste)
20g dried chilli flakes
1/4C Korean chilli powder
1/2 C sriracha chilli sauce
1/4 C tamarind concentrate
1&1/2 Tbsp salt
3/4 C sugar
1/2 C water

shrimp paste

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: fish sauce

Miso provides umami flavor while being vegetarian.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds a subtle flavor and is often used in Malaysian cooking.

1

Peel and slice the big onions.

2

Peel and finely chop the red onions and garlic.

3

Combine the dried chilli flakes and Korean chilli powder in a bowl.

4

In a separate bowl, mix the sriracha chilli sauce, tamarind concentrate, salt, sugar, and water.

5

Add the belachan (shrimp paste) to the mixture and stir well to combine.

Cooking Techniques

soakingblendingsautéing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Sambal BelacanSambal Oelek

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