Sambal Matah

Name: Sambal Matah
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Indonesian
Ingredients: 8 red Thai chilies, thinly sliced; 8 shallots, thinly sliced; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup lime juice; 2 tsp palm sugar; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 2 stalks lemongrass, very finely chopped

A raw, vibrant Indonesian condiment with shallots, chilies, and lime. Fresh, spicy, and tangy. The perfect accompaniment to grilled fish and rice.

15 minEasyServes 845 cal/serving

IndonesianSauceNo-CookVeganGluten-Free

Ingredients

8 red Thai chilies, thinly sliced
8 shallots, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup lime juice
2 tsp palm sugar
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 stalks lemongrass, very finely chopped

Instructions

1

In a bowl, combine 8 thinly sliced red Thai chilies, 8 thinly sliced shallots, and 6 minced garlic cloves.
2

Add 2 stalks very finely chopped lemongrass and toss gently to combine.
3

In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup lime juice with 2 tsp palm sugar and 1/2 tsp sea salt until palm sugar dissolves.
4

Pour the lime juice mixture over the chilies mixture and stir gently.
5

Let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Taste and adjust salt, sugar, or lime juice as desired.
6

Serve fresh alongside grilled fish, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Questions

How long does Sambal Matah keep?

Refrigerated in a sealed jar, it keeps four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Sambal Matah?

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