Sambal oelek (indonesian chillies and spices)

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Dozen red chillies
½teaspoonShrimp paste
½teaspoonSalt
1tablespoonTamarind juice

Directions

** This mixture is an ingredient used in most Indonesian dishes. It can be kept in the refrigerator for several weeks.

Pound chillies, shrimp paste and salt together in a mortar. Stir in tamarind juice.

Alternatively, blend all ingredients in a blender.

Imran C. Gold Coast

Submitted By DOROTHY FLATMAN On 08-05-95