Spicy Shrimp With Stink Beans (sambal Udang Petai)
Spicy Shrimp with Stink Beans, also known as Sambal Udang Petai, is a popular dish in Indonesian Indian cuisine. The combination of spicy sambal and the unique flavor of stink beans makes this dish a flavorful and aromatic delight.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of stink beans (petai), peeled and halved
- 5 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 5 red chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- Salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons of cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the shallots, garlic, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink.
- Add the stink beans and tomatoes. Stir well.
- Add the tamarind paste, sugar, and salt. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Frying Pan Spatula Knife Cutting Board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Spicy Shrimp with Stink Beans over steamed rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
Be cautious when handling stink beans as they have a strong odor. However, their unique flavor adds a delicious twist to this dish.
Cost
$15