Sambal Oelek Condiment
Add a fiery kick to your culinary creations with homemade Sambal Oelek, a vibrant and versatile chili condiment originating from Indonesia. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh red chilies, garlic, white vinegar, and a touch of sugar and salt to create a bold, tangy flavor profile that’s perfect for spicing up soups, marinades, noodle dishes, or simply as a table condiment. The use of high-quality chilies such as Fresno or Thai chilies ensures an authentic, aromatic heat, while the coarse, textured consistency adds rustic appeal. Quickly prepared in under 15 minutes, this homemade blend offers an irresistible freshness that store-bought alternatives simply can’t match. Perfect for chili lovers, Sambal Oelek is a must-have addition to your kitchen repertoire, guaranteeing bold flavors and endless versatility with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh red chilies (such as red Fresno or Thai chilies)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Rinse the red chilies thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Trim the stems off the chilies and slice them into small pieces. If you prefer a less spicy sambal oelek, remove some or all of the seeds before slicing.
Place the chopped chilies, garlic cloves, vinegar, salt, and sugar into a food processor or blender.
Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the ingredients, then add 2 tablespoons of water to help the paste blend smoothly.
Blend the mixture until you achieve a coarse, slightly chunky consistency. Avoid over-blending; sambal oelek should have some texture.
Transfer the chili paste to a small saucepan and heat it over medium heat. Cook for about 3-5 minutes while stirring frequently, allowing the flavors to meld and the mixture to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sambal oelek cool completely.
Transfer the cooled sambal oelek into a clean, airtight glass jar or container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use the sambal oelek as a base for sambals, stir it into marinades, soups, or noodle dishes, or serve it as a condiment to spice up your meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1835 mg | 39% | |
*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.
