Sambal Matah with Tuna
Ingredients:
- 1 whole tuna (steamed, fried, and shredded)
- 11 shallots (sliced)
- 3 garlic cloves (sliced)
- 10 green bird’s eye chilies (sliced)
- 10 red bird’s eye chilies (sliced)
- 2 lemongrass stalks (white part only, sliced)
- A handful of basil leaves
- 1 lime
- To taste: sugar, salt, soy sauce
- To taste: vegetable oil (heated)
Steps:
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Prepare the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced chilies, shallots, garlic, and lemongrass. Season with sugar and salt according to your taste preferences.
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Heat the Oil: Pour the hot vegetable oil over the mixture in the bowl. Stir gently until the shallots become translucent and softened.
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Combine with Tuna: Add the shredded tuna and basil leaves to the bowl. Mix well to ensure the tuna is evenly coated with the sambal.
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Add Final Touches: Squeeze the juice of the lime over the sambal mixture. Adjust seasoning with soy sauce to your liking and give it a final stir.
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Serve: Your Sambal Matah with Tuna is now ready to be served. Enjoy this flavorful dish with your favorite sides or as a topping!
Feel free to experiment with the levels of sugar, salt, and soy sauce to suit your taste. This sambal is perfect as a spicy accompaniment to a variety of dishes or as a stand-alone treat! 😊
