Rojak Sauce
Elevate your taste buds with this irresistibly bold and flavorful Rojak Sauce, the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory elements that defines Southeast Asian culinary magic. Made with tangy tamarind paste, caramel-like palm sugar, and umami-rich shrimp paste, this versatile sauce is enriched with the crunch of finely ground roasted peanuts and toasted sesame seeds. A hint of dark soy sauce adds depth, while an optional touch of chili paste brings a gentle heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe creates the ultimate dressing for fruit salads, dipping sauces, or as a key component in traditional Rojak. Bursting with authentic flavors and texture, it's a must-have for anyone craving the vibrant taste of Malaysia and Indonesia.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Tamarind paste
- 4 tablespoons Palm sugar (gula melaka), finely chopped
- 4 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Shrimp paste (belacan)
- 1 teaspoon Chili paste (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Roasted peanuts, finely ground
- 2 teaspoons Sesame seeds, lightly toasted
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the tamarind paste, palm sugar, and water. Heat over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, until the palm sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the shrimp paste and chili paste (if using) to the saucepan. Stir well to combine, allowing the shrimp paste to fully dissolve into the sauce.
Stir in the dark soy sauce and let the mixture simmer gently for another 2 minutes, ensuring all the flavors meld together.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly.
Once the sauce has cooled, stir in the finely ground roasted peanuts and toasted sesame seeds. Adjust the sweetness or saltiness to your preference by adding more palm sugar or soy sauce, respectively.
Let the sauce cool completely before using. Serve it as a dressing for Rojak, or as a versatile dip for a variety of snacks and fruit.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1441 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.1 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 604 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
