Chilli & heat · Paste
Sambal oelek
Also called sambal ulek, sambal olek, ground chilli paste
Coarse paste of ground red chillies, salt and a little vinegar; clean, bright heat. A versatile base for stir-fries, marinades, dressings and dipping sauces.
What can replace it
- T1 · Great swapChilli garlic sauce
Adds a little garlic.
- T2 · GoodCalabrian chilli paste
Oilier and fruitier, less vinegar.
- T2 · GoodChopped salted chillies
Saltier and fermented-funky.
- T2 · GoodSriracha
Smoother and sweeter, with garlic.
- T3 · In a pinchChilli flakes
Mix with vinegar and salt; drier and coarser. (use 0.33× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchRed chillies
Blend with salt and vinegar; fresher and less sharp.
Cook with Sambal oelek
