Sambal Oelek

What is Sambal Oelek?

Sambal oelek is an Asian ingredient made with chiles and only flavored with vinegar and a little salt. The sauce is used as a cooking sauce rather than a condiment. You can find Sambal Oelek in the Asian section of well-stocked grocery store, most Asian grocery stores and online at Amazon.

Substitute for Sambal Oelek

Chinese Chile Sauce OR harissa paste, OR substitute hot pepper flakes to taste

Equivalents

4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup

Asian Condiments

Ingredients

Chili, Salt, Distilled Vinegar, Potassium Sorbate & Sodium Bisulfate As Preservatives & Xanthan Gum.

Favorite Sambal Oelek Recipes

Grilled Spicy Chicken Breast
Chicken breasts are marinated then grilled and served with a romaine salad with a lemon grass vinaigrette, a Curried Noodle Salad and Carrot-Peanut Wontons.

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