{"id":6338,"date":"2019-02-01T08:02:21","date_gmt":"2019-02-01T02:32:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=6338"},"modified":"2025-01-22T18:36:36","modified_gmt":"2025-01-22T13:06:36","slug":"sambal-oelek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/sambal-oelek\/","title":{"rendered":"Sambal Oelek Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Sambal Oelek recipe<\/strong> takes just 20 minutes<\/em> and is so easy to make. Blend, cook, and cool. And because it packs a punch of spicy, fresh, and bright flavors, the sambal oelek is a do-it-all sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019ve been getting loads of fresh red chilies in the market. And while I\u2019m not much of a fan of fiery foods, it\u2019s hard to resist the vibrant beauties. So, I bought a bunch and decided to make a couple of jars of sambal oelek chili sauce. The delicious chili paste is great as a dip, marinade, garnish, or cooking ingredient for everyday recipes like sweet potato soup<\/a> or spicy mutton curry.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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What Is Sambal Oelek<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sambal<\/a> Oelek (or ulek) is a popular Indonesian chili sauce\/paste. The hot sauce is also a staple in Malaysian and Thai cuisine. Made with simple everyday ingredients like red chilies, salt, and vinegar, freshly ground Sambal paste is ready in minutes and barely takes any effort. The results are way better than any\u00a0bottled sauce you may have tried.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Fiesty and punchy, this vegan sambal oelek is so simple to make! You just need 7 basic ingredients. Make it in a mortar pestle or in a blender, whatever you prefer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It takes only 20 minutes to make. And you can customize the flavors according to your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is the perfect kick for any dish like this spicy tofu stir-fry<\/a>. It\u2019s versatile. Use it as a dip, marinade, or topping to add an exotic flair to your meals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What Is In Sambal Oelek<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While the basic sambal is made with just red chilies, salt, and vinegar. My version also has ginger, garlic, lemongrass, and sugar! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Red Chili<\/strong> Peppers<\/strong>: I did deseed most of the chilies, but you can keep them intact if you prefer a fierier version. You can use any variety you prefer - red bird's eye chilies ( for super spicy flavor!), red serrano peppers, or red jalapeno peppers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vinegar<\/strong> gives the sauce its characteristic zing. I used rice wine vinegar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sugar<\/strong> brings out the natural sweetness in chilies, making the overall taste richer and more complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Salt<\/strong> to balance all the ingredients of the sambal oelek recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add-ins<\/strong>: Garlic, ginger, and lemongrass to give the sambal paste more flavor. Don't have lemongrass? Add a squeeze of lemon juice and some zest too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How to Make <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1<\/strong>: Combine the red chilies, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and vinegar in a food processor. Blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 2:<\/strong> Transfer the sambal paste to a small saucepan. Add sugar and salt and simmer on medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Taste and adjust for seasonings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: <\/strong>Let the sambal oelek chili paste cool completely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5:<\/strong> Transfer to a jar and refrigerate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step<\/strong>: Serve and savor!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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