Spicy Shrimp With Stinky Beans (sambal Udang Petai)

Spicy Shrimp with Stinky Beans, also known as Sambal Udang Petai, is a popular dish in Peranakan cuisine. The combination of spicy sambal sauce with the unique flavor of stinky beans creates a delicious and aromatic dish.

Spicy Shrimp With Stinky Beans (sambal Udang Petai)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup of stinky beans (petai), halved
  • 4 shallots, sliced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 5 red chilies, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons of tamarind paste
  • 2 tablespoons of palm sugar
  • 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the shallots, garlic, and red chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp and stinky beans. Cook until the shrimp turns pink.
  4. Stir in the tamarind paste, palm sugar, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  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
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Frying pan Cutting board Knife Spatula

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve the Spicy Shrimp with Stinky Beans with steamed white rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when handling stinky beans as they have a strong odor. Some people may find the smell unpleasant, but the flavor is delicious when cooked.

Cost

$15