Homemade Sambal Oelek
A staple in malaysian and thai cooking. Oelek means grinding so sambal oelek means ground chilli sambal! This can also be frozen.
Steps
Blend the chillies , garlic , ginger and lemon grass in a food processor or mortar and pestle.
While processing gradually add the vinegar.
Place the pureed mixture into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
Add the salt and lime zest.
Remove from the heat , cool and bottle in sterilised jars.
Ingredients
red chile, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, vinegar, sugar, salt, lime zest