Oh wow, have you ever heard of Sambal Matah? It’s a traditional Balinese dish that is simply to die for! I recently found some amazing recipes online and just had to share them with you all.
First up: Resep Sambal Matah Bali
This dish is the real deal. It’s authentic Balinese cuisine and tastes amazing. You’ll definitely want to try this recipe out. Check it out below:
Bahan-bahan (Ingredients)
- 15 shallots, thinly sliced
- 10-15 bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced
- 5 cloves garlics, thinly sliced
- 4 stalks lemongrass, take the white part and thinly slice
- 5 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 lime, take the juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp palm sugar
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Cara Membuat (How To Make)
- Prepare all the ingredients above.
- In a pan, heat the cooking oil until medium heat. Saute the shallots, chilies, garlics, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves until fragrant.
- Turn off the heat and add the salt, palm sugar, and lime juice. Mix well.
- Serve the Sambal Matah with anything you like. It goes great with grilled fish, chicken, or pork. Enjoy!
And there you have it! A delicious, authentic Balinese dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.
Next up: Resep Ayam Geprek Sambal Matah Praktis di Rumah
This dish is a little different, but still oh so delicious. Ayam Geprek is a fried chicken dish, but when you add Sambal Matah to it, it takes it to the next level. Check out the recipe below:
Bahan-bahan (Ingredients)
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp white pepper
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Oil, for frying
Sambal Matah Ingredients:
- 10 shallots, finely sliced
- 5 garlic cloves, finely sliced
- 5 bird’s eye chilies, finely sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, only use the white part and finely sliced
- 3 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 lime, take the juice
- 2 tbsp oil
Cara Membuat (How To Make)
- Mix the chicken breast with the salt and pepper. Dip in the egg, then coat with cornstarch. Repeat until all the chicken is coated.
- In a pan, heat enough oil for deep frying until hot. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- For the Sambal Matah, mix all the sliced ingredients and add the salt, sugar, and lime juice. Mix well.
- In a pan, saute the Sambal Matah with 2 tbsp of oil until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix the fried chicken with the Sambal Matah. Geprek the chicken until it’s all coated with the Sambal.
- Serve hot with rice or french fries. Yum!
Okay, I may be drooling a little bit now. These recipes are so good! But wait, there’s more!
Reese Tahu Crispy Sambal Matah yang Pedas nya Bikin Ketagihan
If you’re looking for a vegetarian option, this one’s for you. Tahu (tofu) is fried to perfection and served with the ever-delicious Sambal Matah. Check out the recipe below:
Bahan-bahan (Ingredients)
- 10 slices of tofu
- 1 cup of cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- Oil, for frying
Sambal Matah Ingredients:
- 5 shallots, finely sliced
- 5 garlic cloves, finely sliced
- 5 bird’s eye chilies, finely sliced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, only use the white part and finely sliced
- 3 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 lime, take the juice
- 2 tbsp oil
Cara Membuat (How To Make)
- Mix the cornstarch, salt, and white pepper in a bowl.
- Coat each slice of tofu with the cornstarch mixture.
- In a pan, heat enough oil for deep frying until hot. Fry the tofu until golden brown and crispy. Set aside.
- For the Sambal Matah, mix all the sliced ingredients and add the salt, sugar, and lime juice. Mix well.
- In a pan, saute the Sambal Matah with 2 tbsp of oil until fragrant.
- In a bowl, mix the fried tofu with the Sambal Matah. Toss until the tofu is coated with the Sambal.
- Serve hot with rice or as a snack. So good!
There you have it, folks. Three amazing recipes featuring the delicious Sambal Matah. Give these a try and let me know what you think!
Tips Membuat (Tips for Making Sambal Matah)
Okay, one last thing before I go. Here are some tips to make your Sambal Matah turn out perfectly:
- When slicing the shallots, chilies, and garlic, make sure they are very thin. This will help evenly distribute the flavors.
- Don’t skip the lemongrass or kaffir lime leaves. They add an amazing flavor to the dish.
- When sauteing the Sambal Matah, be careful not to burn it. Keep the heat on medium and stir frequently.
- Feel free to adjust the spice level to your liking. Add more or less chilies depending on your preference.
- Store any leftover Sambal Matah in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
There you have it, folks. Three amazing recipes featuring the delicious Sambal Matah. Give these a try and let me know what you think!