Sambal Oelek Recipe
A recipe for homemade Sambal Oelek, the classic chili paste used for cooking, made with a variety of ground chili peppers, vinegar and salt. It is ideal for seasoning noodle dishes and enhancing the flavors of sauces.
Servings: 20
Calories: 9kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound red chili peppers, stems removed Thai is traditional, but red jalapenos, serranos and cayenne peppers are good substitutes
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon salt
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor or other grinder. A Molcajete is a great option here.
- Grind until a coarse paste forms. You can strain out some of the excess liquid if you'd like.
- Add to a jar and cover. Refrigerate until ready to use.
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Notes
NOTE: You can also simmer this sauce over low heat about 10 minutes before jarring to mellow the flavors, but raw, uncooked is traditional.
Heat Factor: Medium-Hot
Makes about 1.5 cups.
Nutrition
Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 77mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 265IU | Vitamin C: 55.2mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.3mg