Sambal Belachan Recipe

Sambal Belachan Recipe

(A ground paste of fresh red chilies and toasted dried shrimp paste recipe)

Ingredients:

100 g (6-8) fresh red chilies

40 g toasted belachan (dried shrimp paste)

Salt and sugar to taste

 

Method:

Wash fresh red chilies but do not deseed in order to keep its spiciness.  Leave in a colander and air-dry for about an hour.  In a mortar, pound the chili and belachan together to the desired consistency.  Alternatively, process in the electric blender or food processor - you may need to add a little liquid (or calamansi juice) to work the machine, careful not to use too much liquid or else the paste will be too watery and may not taste good.  Season to taste with salt and sugar.

 

Note:  If using calamansi juice, be sure to reduce the calamansi juice in the kerabu or salads recipes to taste.

 

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