Spicy Prawn Sambal (sambal Udang)
Spicy Prawn Sambal, also known as Sambal Udang, is a popular Malaysian dish known for its bold and fiery flavors. This dish features succulent prawns cooked in a spicy, aromatic sambal sauce, making it a perfect choice for those who love a bit of heat in their meals.
Ingredients
- 500g prawns, cleaned and deveined
- 5 shallots
- 3 cloves garlic
- 10 dried red chilies, soaked in hot water
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Grind the shallots, garlic, and soaked dried chilies into a smooth paste.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the ground paste until fragrant.
- Add the tamarind paste, sugar, and salt to the pan, and cook for a few minutes.
- Add the prawns to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are fully coated with the sambal sauce.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
- Protein
- 20g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying pan Grinder or food processor Cooking spoon
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Enjoy the Spicy Prawn Sambal with steamed white rice or as a side dish with other Malaysian favorites.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the amount of dried chilies to control the spiciness of the dish according to your preference.
Cost
$15