Sambal Matah

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Sambal Matah is the most popular sambal from Bali. This recipe is simple and only takes 15 minutes to make.

  • Prep Time10 min
  • Cook Time15 min
  • Total Time25 min

    Ingredients

    • 15 shallots
    • 2 lemongrass
    • 7 chillies
    • 3 kaffir lime leaves
    • half teaspoon of shrimp paste
    • half teaspoon of salt
    • 1 teaspoon bouillon
    • 3 tablespoon coconut oil

    How to Cook

    1

    Slice lemongrass and chillies.

    2

    Slice shallots and kaffir lime leaves very thinly.

    3

    Mix shallots, lemongrass, chillies, kaffir lime leaves, salt and bouillon with clean hand.

    4

    For final touch add hot coconut oil.

    Sambal matah is good to serve with any kind of Balinese cuisine.

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