Spicy Squid Sambal (sambal Sotong)

Spicy Squid Sambal, also known as Sambal Sotong, is a popular Malaysian dish known for its fiery sambal sauce and tender squid. This dish is bursting with flavor and is perfect for those who enjoy spicy seafood.

Spicy Squid Sambal (sambal Sotong)

Ingredients

  • 500g squid, cleaned and sliced
  • 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 red chilies into a paste.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant.
  3. Add the tamarind paste, sugar, and salt to the pan, and stir well.
  4. Add the sliced squid to the pan and cook until the squid is tender.
  5. Serve the Spicy Squid Sambal hot with steamed rice.

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
10g
Protein
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Pan Knife Cutting board

Tools

Blender or food processor Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Spicy Squid Sambal with a side of steamed white rice and a refreshing cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Adjust the amount of dried red chilies to control the level of spiciness in the dish.

Cost

$15