Dairy-Free Sambal Ijo
Boldly spice up your meals with this vibrant Dairy-Free Sambal Ijo, a traditional Indonesian green chili condiment bursting with bold flavors and aromatic ingredients. Made with fresh green chilies, tangy green tomatoes, fragrant shallots, and garlic, this recipe brings a zesty kick to your plate while remaining completely dairy-free. Highlighted by the citrusy notes of kaffir lime leaves and a perfectly balanced touch of salt and sugar, this sambal is sautéed to perfection for a rich, earthy depth. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s the perfect gluten-free, vegan-friendly addition to rice, noodles, or grilled dishes. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this homemade sambal can be enjoyed fresh or stored for up to a week, making it a versatile staple in any kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Green chilies
- 100 grams Green tomatoes
- 6 pieces Shallots
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 4 pieces Kaffir lime leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 4 tablespoons Cooking oil
- 50 milliliters Water
Directions
Step 1
Start by roughly chopping the green chilies and green tomatoes. Peel and slice the shallots and garlic cloves thinly.
Step 2
In a mortar and pestle or a food processor, grind the green chilies, green tomatoes, shallots, and garlic together into a coarse paste.
Step 3
Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chili paste and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
Step 4
Add the kaffir lime leaves to the pan and continue to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they release their aroma.
Step 5
Pour in the water, stir well, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 6
Add the salt and sugar, mixing thoroughly. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
Step 7
Cook the sambal for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired consistency. The sambal should be thick but not too dry.
Step 8
Remove the kaffir lime leaves before serving. Serve warm as a condiment or let it cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (657.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 780.0 |
| Total Fat 57.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2438.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 65.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.6g | |
| Protein 10.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 151.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1701.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories