Ingredients with Measurements:
- 500g squid, cleaned and cut into rings
- 2 stalks lemongrass, thinly sliced
- 6 shallots, thinly sliced
- 6 red chili peppers, thinly sliced
- 4 bird's eye chili peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Special equipment needed: None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix together the lemongrass, shallots, red chili peppers, bird's eye chili peppers, garlic, salt, sugar, and lime juice. Set aside.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add the squid rings to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn opaque.
4. Add the sambal matah mixture to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the squid is fully cooked and the sambal is fragrant.
5. Serve hot with steamed rice.
20 minutes
Temperature: Medium-high heat
Serving size: 4
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Squid can be substituted with shrimp or other seafood.
- Red chili peppers and bird's eye chili peppers can be substituted with other types of chili peppers.
- Lime juice can be substituted with lemon juice.
Variations:
- Add chopped tomatoes or cucumber to the sambal matah for a refreshing twist.
- Use the sambal matah as a marinade for grilled chicken or fish.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to clean the squid thoroughly before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- For a milder sambal matah, remove the seeds from the chili peppers before slicing.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover sambal matah in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the sambal matah with squid in a pan over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sambal matah with squid in a bowl or on a plate with steamed rice.
Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions for added flavor and color.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a simple salad.
Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
- Simple salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sambal matah is too spicy, add more sugar or lime juice to balance out the flavors.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the squid thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Sambal matah is a traditional Indonesian condiment made with lemongrass, shallots, chili peppers, and other aromatics.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, tangy, and fragrant.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish with steamed rice or as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.
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Region: Indonesian