Sambal Ijo

Brighten up your meals with the zesty and fiery flavors of Sambal Ijo, a classic Indonesian green chili relish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Crafted with vibrant green bird's eye chilies, tangy green tomatoes, aromatic shallots, and garlic, this recipe is steamed to enhance the natural flavors before being sautéed to perfection in savory cooking oil. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a refreshing citrusy kick, while a touch of sugar and salt balances the heat and acidity. Perfect for adding a spicy punch to rice, grilled meats, or fried snacks, this easy-to-make condiment will elevate any dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, Sambal Ijo is the ultimate blend of heat, zest, and simplicity for any spice lover’s kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 100 grams green bird's eye chilies
• 2 medium green tomatoes
• 6 cloves shallots
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 medium lime
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the ingredients: Remove the stems from 100 grams of green bird's eye chilies and wash them thoroughly. Wash and quarter 2 medium green tomatoes. Peel 6 shallots and 2 cloves of garlic.

Step 2

In a steamer basket or a pot fitted with a steamer insert, steam the green chilies, green tomatoes, shallots, and garlic for about 5-7 minutes until they become soft but not mushy.

Step 3

Allow the steamed ingredients to cool slightly before transferring them to a stone mortar and pestle or a food processor.

Step 4

Pound or blend the ingredients until you achieve a coarse, chunky consistency. Be careful not to over-process if using a food processor.

Step 5

Heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chili mixture to the pan.

Step 6

Stir fry the mixture for about 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld, and some of the excess liquid to evaporate.

Step 7

Season the sambal with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar, mixing well to ensure even distribution.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the cooked sambal, stirring to combine.

Step 9

Let the Sambal Ijo cool to room temperature before serving. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(513.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	544.0

Total Fat 43.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2406.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 98.7mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1076.4mg	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: 66.7%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 28.6%