Whole30 Sambal Ijo
Spice up your meals with this zesty and vibrant Whole30 Sambal Ijo, a clean-eating twist on the classic Indonesian green chili sauce. Crafted with fiery green bird's eye chilies, tangy tomatillos, and aromatic shallots and garlic, this recipe delivers bold, smoky heat with a refreshing citrusy finish from lime juice and kaffir lime leaves. Sautéed to perfection in coconut oil, this sambal has a rich, textured paste-like consistency that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, or as a punchy dip. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Whole30-friendly recipe is a simple yet flavorful way to elevate your meals while staying on track with your clean eating goals. Perfect for spice lovers and Southeast Asian cuisine fans alike, this sambal is a must-try condiment for your pantry.
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Ingredients
- 150 grams Green bird's eye chilies
- 6 medium Shallots
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 3 medium Tomatillos
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 Kaffir lime leaves
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the ingredients: roughly chop the green bird's eye chilies, tomatillos, and peel the shallots and garlic.
Step 2
In a food processor, combine the chopped green bird's eye chilies, shallots, garlic, and tomatillos. Pulse until you achieve a coarse paste. Ensure the mixture is not too smooth as you want some texture.
Step 3
Heat the coconut oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the chili mixture to the skillet. Stir the mixture continuously to prevent sticking and allow it to cook for about 15 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the paste.
Step 5
Add the lime juice, salt, and kaffir lime leaves. Stir to combine and let the mixture cook for an additional 5 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from the heat. Discard the kaffir lime leaves before serving.
Step 7
Allow the sambal ijo to cool before serving. It can be enjoyed as a condiment with grilled proteins, roasted vegetables, or as a dip.
Step 8
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (572g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 545.7 |
| Total Fat 28.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1225.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 69.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.7g | |
| Protein 11.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 153.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1692.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories