Sambal Terasi Lemon Cui Calamansi Recipe
Sambal Terasi is an Indonesian condiment that is made with dried shrimp paste. It is a spicy and flavorful condiment that can be used as an accompaniment to dishes or as a dip. This condiment is an absolute treat for those who crave spicy and flavorful dishes.
Print
Pin
Rate
Servings: 5
Calories: 19kcal
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- Juice from 12 calamansi
- 6 tsp dried shrimp paste
- Salt to taste
- 20 red cayenne peppers
- 8 bird eyes chilies
- 4 diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Blend together calamansi, terasi, salt, long red cayenne peppers, and bird eyes chilies until finely minced.
- Dice tomatoes and incorporate into the paste.
- Stir to form a thick mixture.
- Serve with steamed rice or grilled meats for an appetizing meal.
Notes
- If the paste becomes too thick, you can add some water to thin it out.
- For extra zest, try adding a dash of lime or lemon juice.
- You can adjust the heat level by reducing the amount of long red cayenne peppers and bird-eye chilies.
- For a milder version, use bell peppers instead of chilies.
- If you want to add some sweetness to the dish, try adding a bit of sugar or honey.