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Sambal Goreng

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Traditional Javanese Recipe

Authentic IndonesianSambal Goreng UKSweet & Spicy Fried Chili Paste

Experience the soul of Indonesian cooking with our traditional sambal goreng - slowly fried until caramelized perfection.

Made with real palm sugar, tamarind, and aromatic spices using Chef Yossie's ancestral Javanese recipe. Sweet meets spicy in perfect harmony.

4.8(89 reviews)
Sweet & Spicy Balance
Slow-Cooked Traditional Method
Ancestral Javanese Recipe
UK Wide Delivery
Authentic Indonesian Sambal Goreng - Sweet & Spicy Fried Chili Paste by Chef Yossie

Sweet-Spicy Ingredients

Traditional Recipe Includes:

  • Red Bird's Eye Chilies (60%) - Heat foundation
  • Palm Sugar (15%) - Natural sweetness
  • Tamarind (10%) - Tangy depth
  • Shallots & Garlic (8%) - Aromatic base
  • Galangal & Candlenuts (5%) - Spice complexity
  • Sea Salt (2%) - Natural preservation

Flavor Profile:

Sweetness:
Heat Level:
Umami Depth:

Traditional Method

Slow-Cooking Process:

1

Grind fresh chilies and spices using traditional stone mortar (cobek)

2

Slowly fry paste in coconut oil until fragrant (45+ minutes)

3

Add palm sugar and tamarind, cook until caramelized

4

Continue cooking until oils separate and paste darkens

Why This Matters:

The slow-cooking process develops deep, complex flavors impossible to achieve with raw sambals. Palm sugar caramelizes, spices bloom, and chilies mellow into perfect balance.

Usage Guide

Essential For:

  • Nasi Goreng - The authentic base
  • Fried Rice - Indonesian-style
  • Grilled Meats - Perfect marinade
  • Stir-Fries - Add depth & complexity

Serving Suggestions:

Fried Rice:2-3 tsp per portion
Marinade:1 tbsp + oil & lime
Stir-fry:1-2 tsp with garlic
Condiment:1/2 tsp on side

Storage: Refrigerate after opening. The oil may separate - simply stir before use. Lasts 8 weeks refrigerated.

What Our Customers Say About Sambal Goreng

M

Michael R.

London

Perfect for nasi goreng! The sweet-spicy balance is incredible - tastes exactly like what I had in Jakarta. Finally authentic Indonesian flavors in the UK.

20 January 2024
L

Lisa T.

Manchester

This sambal goreng is a game-changer. The complexity of flavors is amazing - sweet, spicy, umami all in perfect harmony. My Indonesian friends were impressed!

15 January 2024
D

David K.

Birmingham

Excellent quality and authentic taste. Less spicy than I expected but the flavor depth makes up for it. Great for cooking and as a condiment.

10 January 2024