Sambal Oelek

Sambal Oelek

Aug 28, 2026Membership TUCG
An Indonesian chili paste made from the simple ingredients of red chili peppers, vinegar, and salt. Sambal is a chili-based condiment, while oelek refers to the mortar and pestle method used to grind it into a coarse paste. Use it as a base for sauces or as a spicy condiment on literally anything! We’re using the little red peppers from Tatlo’s hot pepper mix!
Ingredients:
  • 4 oz red chili peppers
  • 1½ teaspoons rice vinegar 
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 garlic clove
  • ¼ teaspoon lime juice

Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients into a food processor or morter and pestel. Grind until a coarse paste forms.
  2.  Refrigerate and use within 1–2 weeks

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