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Homemade Chili Paste - Sambal Oelek

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Sambal Chilli

Cultural Context

Sambal Chilli is a staple condiment in Singaporean cuisine, often accompanying dishes like Nasi Lemak or satay. This fiery chili paste reflects the region's love for bold flavors and is integral to many meals, enhancing dishes with its spicy, tangy profile. Today, sambal has many variations across Southeast Asia, each with unique ingredients and heat levels, making it a beloved addition to tables worldwide.

MalaySGother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
10 fresh red chilies
4 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

belacan (fermented shrimp paste)

🥗Healthier: miso paste

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Miso provides umami flavor without seafood.

fresh red chilies

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: dried red chilies

Jalapeños offer similar heat with less cost.

1

Lop the tops off the chili peppers.

2

Wash your hands thoroughly or wear gloves.

3

Smush the garlic (crushed is fine).

4

Dump the peppers into a hot pan on medium-high heat for charring, flipping them only once.

5

Char the garlic in the same hot pan.

6

Transfer everything into your grinding apparatus of choice.

7

Add salt and vinegar to the grinding apparatus.

8

Grind everything down until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

SambalSambal BelacanSambal Oelek

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