Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Sambal Oelek ?
A raw chili paste originating from Indonesia, made primarily from crushed red chilies, vinegar, and salt, offering a fiery, pure heat.
"The essential, unadulterated chili paste that brings clean, bright heat without overpowering other flavors."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Sambal Oelek ?
Spicy, pungent, tangy, fresh chili
- Taste
- Pungent, Spicy, Salty, Acidic
- Texture
- Chunky, Gritty (fine)
- Aroma
- Pungent, Garlicky (if added)
- Acidity
- Medium
Technical Metrics
Primary Ingredient
Fresh Red Chilies
Scoville Range
1,000-10,000 SHU
Shelf Life (Opened, Refrigerated)
6-12 months
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 1 tsp (5g)Le secret du chef
To tone down the heat slightly without diluting flavor, mix sambal oelek with a bit of lime juice or a neutral oil.
Substituts & Proportions pour Sambal Oelek
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Sambal Oelek est Sriracha, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar heat and garlic notes, but sweeter and smoother. Good for general spice.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Sriracha Meilleur | 1:1 | Similar heat and garlic notes, but sweeter and smoother. Good for general spice. |
| Gochujang | 1:1 | Korean chili paste, fermented, offers complex heat, sweetness, and umami. Not a direct heat match. |
| Fresh Red Chilies | 2-3 chilies per tsp | Mince finely for fresh heat and texture, but lacks the vinegar and salt complexity. |
| Chili Garlic Sauce | 1:1 | Very similar in texture and heat, often with added garlic, a close substitute. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Sambal Oelek
- Choose brands with minimal ingredients (chilies, salt, vinegar).
- Refrigerate after opening.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Sambal Oelek ?
- Noodle dishes
- fried rice
- marinades
- dipping sauces
- eggs
- stir-fries
- soups.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Sambal Oelek ?
Spicy, pungent, tangy, fresh chili Pungent|Garlicky (if added)
Quel est un bon substitut pour Sambal Oelek ?
Le meilleur substitut est Sriracha (1:1). Similar heat and garlic notes, but sweeter and smoother. Good for general spice.
Comment choisir et conserver le Sambal Oelek ?
Choose brands with minimal ingredients (chilies, salt, vinegar). Refrigerate after opening.
