Low Carb Sambal Ijo
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Low Carb Sambal Ijo, a spin on the traditional Indonesian green chili relish that's both keto-friendly and irresistibly bold. Made with fresh green chilies, aromatic shallots, garlic, and tangy green tomatoes, this sambal comes alive with a zesty splash of lime juice and a touch of palm sugar for balance. Sautéed to perfection in coconut oil and blended into a rustic paste, it’s an easy, low-carb condiment that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, seafood, or even vegetables. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is perfect for those seeking big flavor without breaking their carb goals.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Green chilies
- 50 grams Shallots
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 100 grams Green tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Palm sugar
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
Directions
Step 1
Wash the green chilies, remove the stems, and roughly chop them.
Step 2
Peel the shallots and garlic cloves, then roughly chop them.
Step 3
Roughly chop the green tomatoes.
Step 4
Heat the coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the chopped shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.
Step 6
Add the green chilies and tomatoes to the pan and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes are soft.
Step 7
Transfer the mixture to a blender or use a mortar and pestle to grind everything into a coarse paste.
Step 8
Return the paste to the pan and heat over low heat to remove excess moisture, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes.
Step 9
Add the lime juice, salt, and palm sugar. Stir well until the ingredients are combined and the sambal reaches the desired consistency.
Step 10
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm or store in an airtight container for later use.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (425g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 426.3 |
| Total Fat 28.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1233.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.0g | |
| Protein 6.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1176.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories