Title: Sambal Ulek
Categories: Spice Condiment Indonesian Relish
Yield: 1 Servings

1	c	Dried red chiles such as Piquins or Cayennes, stems removed
6	cl	Garlic, chopped
3	tb	Lime juice
1	tb	Sugar
1	ts	Shrimp paste
1	ts	Peanut oil

Sambals are condiments used to flavor or to spice dishes throughout all of the Indonesian islands. They can be cooked or raw and are composed of a variety of ingredients including fruits, vegetables, meats or fish. They may be simple, but the one ingredient that is common is chile. No meal in Indonesia would be served without a sambal.

Cover the chiles with hot water and let sit for 15 minutes until softened. Remove the chiles and drain.

Combine all the ingredients in a blender and puree to a sauce.

Thin with more lime juice if necessary.

Serving Suggestions: Serve with grilled meats or poultry or put on the table as a condiment to be added to any food. Garry Howard, Cambridge, MA From: Walt Gray Date: 05 Feb 97 Chile-Heads List Ä

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