Sambal Terasi with a Twist: A Fusion of Indonesian and Ceredigion Flavors

Ingredients

In this adaptation, we incorporate Ceredigion cuisine by using locally sourced ingredients such as fresh herbs and vegetables. This adds a unique freshness to the traditional Indonesian Sambal Terasi, complementing the spicy and savory flavors with a touch of Ceredigion's culinary traditions. We alse have the original recipe for Sambal terasi, so you can check it out.

• 10 red chili peppers, finely chopped 10 red chili peppers, finely chopped
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon shrimp paste 1 tablespoon shrimp paste
• 2 tablespoons lime juice 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar 1 tablespoon palm sugar
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, diced 1 tomato, diced
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 handful of fresh cilantro, chopped 1 handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt, to taste Salt, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 85 kcal / 356 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 4g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 11g, 6g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mortar and pestle, grind the chili peppers, garlic, and shrimp paste into a smooth paste.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the chili paste to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
4. 4.
   Stir in the lime juice, palm sugar, and salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. 5.
   Remove from heat and let the sambal terasi cool to room temperature.
6. 6.
   Once cooled, transfer the sambal terasi to a serving bowl and garnish with diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and fresh cilantro.
7. 7.
   Serve alongside your favorite Ceredigion dishes or as a spicy condiment for grilled meats and seafood.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp paste — If you prefer a milder flavor, you can reduce the amount of shrimp paste or substitute it with miso paste for a vegetarian option.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a few bird's eye chili peppers to the sambal terasi.
• Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your spice tolerance.
• Sambal terasi tastes even better when prepared in advance and allowed to sit for a few hours to let the flavors meld together.
• Experiment with different herbs and vegetables from Ceredigion to add your own twist to the recipe.
• Store any leftover sambal terasi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Serving advice

Serve the Sambal Terasi with a Twist as a condiment alongside traditional Ceredigion dishes such as Welsh rarebit or lamb cawl. It also pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or as a spicy dip for fresh vegetables.

Presentation advice

Present the Sambal Terasi with a Twist in a small bowl, garnished with vibrant diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. This colorful presentation will entice your guests to dive into the spicy goodness.