Sambal Ikan Bilis {Anchovy Sambal}



Sambal Ikan Bilis {Anchovy Sambal}

Ingredients

Dried Anchovies Sambal
50 g Deep Fried Anchovies
1 Large (210 g) Red Onion, quartered and sliced thinly
60 to 70 g Light Brown Sugar
15 g Tamarind Paste mixed with 1 Cup of Water, discard the solids
1 ½ tsp Sea Salt
½ Cup Cooking Oil

Spice Paste
100 g Shallots, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 Big Yellow Onion, chopped
40 g Dried Red Chilies, soaked in boiling water and drained
1 tsp Roasted Shrimp Paste (Belacan)

Method

Blend the spice paste and cook on a moderate heat with the oil. Stir frequently until fragrant and the oil has separated from the sambal.

Add the red onion and give a quick stir. Then mix in the tamarind juice, sugar and cook the sambal mixture for about 20 to 25 minutes. Mix in the fried anchovies and cook for another 15 minutes. Season with additional sugar or salt if necessary.

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