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Sambal Hijau

A bright and savory green chili condiment simmered with green tomatoes, shallots, and fragrant lime leaves.

30 minEasyServes 865 cal/serving

IndonesianSauceStovetopVegetarianVeganPescatarianLow CarbHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb green chilies, trimmed
  • 4 green tomatoes, halved
  • 6 shallots, peeled
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 4 makrut lime leaves, torn
  • 1/4 cup cooking oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil 1/2 lb trimmed green chilies, 4 halved green tomatoes, 6 peeled shallots, and 4 peeled garlic cloves in a pot of water for 5 minutes until soft, then drain well.

  2. 2

    Coarsely crush or pound the boiled green chilies, green tomatoes, shallots, and garlic cloves using a mortar or food processor.

  3. 3

    Heat 1/4 cup cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the crushed mixture along with 4 torn makrut lime leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp sugar.

  5. 5

    Cook stirring constantly for 10 minutes until oil separates.

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Questions

What is Sambal Hijau?

A bright and savory green chili condiment simmered with green tomatoes, shallots, and fragrant lime leaves. This reference files it under Indonesian sauce: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What equipment do I need for Sambal Hijau?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a food processor (step 2) and a mortar and pestle (step 2). If you do not have one, a sharp knife and patience, or a blender in short pulses, stands in for the food processor.

Is there a substitute for makrut lime leaves in Sambal Hijau?

The entry for Sambal Hijau calls for 4 makrut lime leaves, torn. In its place: Use the zest of one lime for every two leaves, added near the end of cooking.

Is Sambal Hijau spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Sambal Hijau comes from 1/2 lb green chilies, trimmed. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the chilies, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Sambal Hijau low-carb?

A serving of Sambal Hijau carries 3 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 15 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 3 percent.

How long does Sambal Hijau keep?

Refrigerate Sambal Hijau in a sealed jar and use it within four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

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