Sambal Oelek Condiment Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this homemade Sambal Oelek! This fiery red chili condiment delivers intense heat without overpowering flavors, making it the perfect finishing touch for curries, stir-fries, noodles, and more. A little goes a long way – use cautiously to achieve your desired level of spiciness. Perfect for adding a fiery kick to your favorite meals!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 225 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sambal Oelek Condiment

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How to Make Sambal Oelek Condiment

  1. Clean and remove the stems from the chilies.
  2. Combine the chilies, salt, and vinegar in a food processor or blender.
  3. Blend until a smooth paste forms. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides a few times.
  4. Transfer the paste to a small saucepan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  6. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly and the chilies are very soft.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  8. Transfer the sambal oelek to a sterilized jar or container.
  9. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

98 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

0g

Carbs

17g