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.

Spicy Prawn Sambal (sambal Udang)

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

  1. Grind the shallots, garlic, and soaked dried chilies into a smooth paste.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the ground paste until fragrant.
  3. Add the tamarind paste, sugar, and salt to the pan, and cook for a few minutes.
  4. Add the prawns to the pan and cook until they turn pink and are fully coated with the sambal sauce.
  5. 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