Eating is less complete without chili sauce.
"Yup, that’s roughly the sentence that many people often say when they are about to enjoy a dish. For most Indonesian people, sambal is like a crown that adorns and perfects the taste of every meal, even a simple menu feels less delicious if it hasn’t been dipped in spicy sambal that stimulates the appetite."
The uniqueness of Indonesia's special sambal always brings a sensation that can tantalize the taste buds and leave an unforgettable impression. In fact, sambal is often discussed and has even gone viral on social media. Curious to try the viral sambal that is currently a hot topic in Indonesia? Here are some of the special sambal from Indonesia that you should try.
The translation of "1. Sambal Terong" to English is "1. Eggplant Sambal."
"Sambal terong is a special dish that combines the deliciousness of eggplant with the enjoyment of spicy sambal in one perfect bite."
The main uniqueness of this viral sambal lies in its taste and texture that tantalizes the palate. With every bite, you will feel the softness of this eggplant, followed by the spicy flavor of the sambal that ignites the taste buds delightfully. You can make this sambal right at home, here are the ingredients and the recipe:
Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved:
"Bahan: 2 Eggplants
Cooking oil as needed
6 red chilies
10 bird's eye chilies (to taste)
6 shallots
5 cloves of garlic
1 tsp white sugar
Salt and seasoning to taste"
Here is the translated text with HTML tags preserved:
"Cara Membuatnya:
Peel a little of the eggplant skin and cut the eggplant into pieces.
Soak in salted water for 2 minutes, then fry until cooked and drain.
Pound all the sambal ingredients, then sauté until cooked. Add salt, sugar, and a little seasoning.
Add the fried eggplant and mix well while pressing slightly so that the sambal penetrates the eggplant.
Pour in a little water, cook until the sambal is absorbed into the eggplant. Remove when the water has evaporated."
2. Squid Sambal
"This Indonesian specialty sambal is not just a feast for the senses with its spicy blend, but also offers the deliciousness of tender and nutritious squid meat."
The perfect combination of spicy flavor and chewy squid texture will make you addicted from the first bite of this squid sambal. Don't worry, this squid sambal is very easy to cook at home. Here is a practical recipe that you can try. Ingredients: 300 gr fresh squid, 4 cloves of garlic, 15 red bird's eye chilies, 2 large red chilies, 1 tomato, salt, sugar, and seasoning to taste.
Here's the translated text while preserving the HTML tags: "Cara Membuatnya: Pertama bersihkan cumi, lalu potong-potong hingga berbentuk cincin. Kemudian rebus cumi dengan air mendidih selama 5 menit, tiriskan. Ulek kasar cabai, bawang merah, bawang putih dan tomat. Setelah itu tumis bumbu dengan minyak hingga harum. Bumbui dengan garam, gula, dan penyedap secukupnya. Masukkan cumi yang sudah direbus. Kemudian masak hingga cumi matang. Hidangkan dengan nasi putih." Translation: "How to Make It: First, clean the squid, then cut it into rings. Next, boil the squid in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain. Crush the chili, shallots, garlic, and tomatoes roughly. After that, sauté the spices in oil until fragrant. Season with salt, sugar, and flavoring to taste. Add the boiled squid. Then cook until the squid is done. Serve with white rice."
"3. Sambal Matah"
"After enjoying the delicious squid sambal, don't miss out on trying the sambal matah that is equally tempting."
"Although this sambal is often referred to as raw sambal, this typical Indonesian sambal has a unique flavor thanks to the combination of fresh spices and the deliciousness of coconut oil. This viral sambal is often served as a side dish, such as with fish, chicken, duck, or other dishes, creating a perfect combination that will delight your taste buds. The process of making it is very easy. So you don't need to worry about making it at home, here is the recipe: "
Here is the translated text while preserving the HTML tags:
"Bahan: 70 g cabai rawit merah 70 g bawang merah 6 batang serai, ambil bagian putihnya, iris tipis 15 lembar daun jeruk, iris tipis ¼ sdt terasi bakar ½ sdt garam 4 buah jeruk limau 100 ml minyak kelapa
Cara Membuatnya:
Iris tipis cabai rawit merah, bawang merah, serai, daun jeruk. Aduk rata cabai rawit merah, bawang merah, serai, daun jeruk, terasi bakar, garam, dan jeruk limau. Remas-remas hingga bahan layu. Sisihkan. Panaskan minyak kelapa, tuang ke dalam campuran cabai. Aduk rata, dan sajikan."
"4. Shrimp Paste Chili Sauce"
"This sambal is a classic sambal that has become an inseparable part of Indonesian cuisine."
"You can find this type of sambal in various regions of Indonesia because its spiciness blends well with almost all types of local dishes, ranging from vegetable side dishes, fried foods, to other food accompaniments. This viral sambal seems to be an essential complement that can enhance the flavor of every Indonesian dish. Making this sambal is quite easy; you can make it at home by following this recipe: "
Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Bahan-bahan: 100 ml cooking oil 150 g red bird's eye chili 100 g large red chili 15 shallots 5 cloves of garlic 100 g tomatoes, chopped 2 tbsp shrimp paste 1 tsp salt 2 tsp finely grated palm sugar 4 lime fruits"
Here is the translated text with the HTML tags preserved: "Cara Membuatnya: Cut the bird's eye chili, large red chili, shallots, and garlic. Heat the oil, sauté the bird's eye chili, large red chili, shallots, garlic, and tomatoes until fragrant. Remove and drain, then place in a mortar. Add shrimp paste, salt, and brown sugar to taste, then pound until smooth. Serve with lime wedges."
"5. Onion Sauce"
"For spicy lovers, this viral sambal is a must-try. This sambal has a very high level of spiciness compared to other sambals."
"It seems to promise a burning sensation that will indulge your taste buds with delight. The spiciness of this traditional Indonesian sambal comes from the abundance of bird's eye chilies that are its main ingredient. In addition, this sambal is perfect to be served alongside various dishes in Indonesia. From vegetables, fried foods, chicken, and other menus. This sambal will be able to accompany and provide its enticing spiciness that stimulates the appetite."
Here's the translation of the provided text while preserving the HTML tags:
"Bahan-bahan: 100 g red curly chili 100 g red bird's eye chili 120 g garlic, 60 ml cooking oil 50 g fried cashews 1 ½ tsp salt 1 ½ tsp granulated sugar
Cara Membuat: Cut the large red chili, red bird's eye chili, and garlic according to taste. Fry the large red chili, red bird's eye chili, and garlic until cooked. Remove, drain. Place in a mortar and then pound according to the desired texture."
Sure! Here’s the translation of the provided text while preserving the HTML tags: "Nah, those are the rows of viral sambals typical of Indonesia that you can try making at home. These sambal recipes will certainly enhance your culinary experience as you explore the various sambal flavors available in Indonesia. But if you want something more practical, there are also authentic Nusantara sambals that come with genuine flavors. Indonesian sambals are made from a perfect blend of high-quality selected chilies, along with various authentic Indonesian spices, to produce a spicy taste. Author: Zahra Utami Putri "
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