Low Carb Sambal Matah

Brighten up your low-carb meals with the vibrant flavors of *Low Carb Sambal Matah*, a zesty Balinese-inspired condiment that’s as healthy as it is delicious. This recipe keeps all the traditional boldness of sambal matah while swapping sugar for a keto-friendly substitute, making it perfect for those watching their carb intake. A medley of finely sliced shallots, lemongrass, bird’s eye chilies, and kaffir lime leaves is brought together with warm coconut oil and fresh lime juice for a fragrant, tangy, and slightly spicy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this low-carb sambal is the ultimate quick-and-easy topping for grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables. Perfect for meal preppers and spice enthusiasts alike, it’s a mouthwatering way to add a burst of flavor without adding guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 5 medium Shallots
• 2 stalks Lemongrass stalks
• 5 pieces Bird's eye chilies
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 5 leaves Kaffir lime leaves
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium Lime
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the shallots. Place the slices in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Take the lemongrass stalks and peel off the tough outer layers. Use only the tender white part inside. Slice the lemongrass very thinly and add it to the bowl with the shallots.

Step 3

Slice the bird's eye chilies as thinly as possible. Add them to the bowl. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds before slicing.

Step 4

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves, then add to the bowl.

Step 5

Stack the kaffir lime leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them thinly into chiffonade. Add these to the bowl as well.

Step 6

In a small pan, heat the coconut oil until it is just warm, but not hot. Pour the warm coconut oil over the mixture in the bowl. This will slightly temper the raw flavors and bring out the aroma of the ingredients.

Step 7

Slice the lime in half and squeeze the juice into the mixture. Be careful to catch any seeds.

Step 8

Add the salt, black pepper, and sugar substitute to the bowl.

Step 9

Mix all the ingredients together gently but thoroughly, ensuring each ingredient is well coated with lime juice and coconut oil.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. You may want to add more salt or lime juice depending on your preference.

Step 11

Let the Sambal Matah sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(451.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	566.8

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 8.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206.7mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1777.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 52.5%