Hot Pepper Paste Like Sambal Oelek Recipe

Spice up your life with this homemade hot pepper paste, inspired by Ricardo's recipe! This vibrant and versatile paste is perfect for adding a fiery kick to Asian, Mexican, and countless other dishes. Use it as a base for flavorful sauces, a zesty addition to sandwiches and burgers, or whip up a quick spicy dip by mixing it with yogurt. Easy to make in just 25 minutes, this recipe lets you control the heat and achieve the perfect sambal oelek alternative for your culinary creations.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 185.7 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Pepper Paste Like Sambal Oelek

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How to Make Hot Pepper Paste Like Sambal Oelek

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry all peppers. Remove stems and seeds (adjust quantity for desired heat level).
  2. Finely chop the peppers.
  3. Combine the chopped peppers, garlic, salt, and vinegar in a food processor or blender.
  4. Blend until you reach your desired consistency. Start with short pulses to avoid splattering.
  5. Transfer the paste to a clean jar. Add more vinegar if needed to adjust consistency.
  6. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  7. For a quick spicy dip: Mix 1/2 cup plain yogurt with 1/4 cup of this homemade hot pepper paste (or 1 tablespoon store-bought sambal oelek).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

110g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g