Introduction
Sambal eci is a spicy condiment made from small dried shrimp. It is a popular side dish in Indonesia and often served with fried or grilled dishes. The combination of dried shrimp and spicy chili peppers gives sambal eci a unique and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
To make sambal eci, you will need the following ingredients:
- 100 grams of small dried shrimp (eci)
- 10-15 red chili peppers
- 5-10 bird's eye chili peppers
- 3 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tomato
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make sambal eci:
- Soak the small dried shrimp in hot water for 10-15 minutes and drain.
- Grind the dried shrimp in a food processor until fine.
- Chop the red chili peppers, bird's eye chili peppers, shallots, garlic, and tomato.
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped ingredients until fragrant.
- Add the ground dried shrimp and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
- Add the sugar and salt and stir well.
- Turn off the heat and let the sambal eci cool.
- Transfer the sambal eci to a jar and store in the refrigerator.
- Serve as a side dish with your favorite fried or grilled dishes.
Nutrition
Sambal eci is a spicy condiment that is low in calories and high in protein. One serving of sambal eci (1 tablespoon) contains approximately:
- 20 calories
- 2 grams of protein
- 1 gram of fat
- 2 grams of carbohydrates
- 1 gram of fiber
Tips
Here are some tips to make the perfect sambal eci:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Store the sambal eci in a clean, airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve the sambal eci at room temperature for the best flavor.
- Use sambal eci as a condiment for fried or grilled dishes or as a dipping sauce for vegetables or crackers.
Conclusion
Sambal eci is a delicious and spicy condiment that is perfect for adding flavor to your favorite dishes. With just a few simple ingredients and easy instructions, you can make your own sambal eci at home. Give it a try and enjoy the unique and delicious flavor of this Indonesian side dish.
