Deyana’s Sambal Dabu-Dabu Lilang: Manado Chopped Chilli & Lime Sambal (Vegan)

Method5 steps · about 20 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Chop all the chillies, shallots (5), and tomatoes, and put in a big, heat-resistant bowl.

   Uses 3 bird’s eye chillies · 2 big red chillies · 3 big green chillies · 5 shallots, peeled · 1 medium-sized tomato

2. 2

   Step 2: Mix the chopped vegetables thoroughly with salt to taste (to taste) and optional sugar (to taste) if using, about 5 minutes, until the shallots release some moisture.

   Uses chopped sambal vegetables · Salt to taste · Sugar to taste (optional)

3. 3

   Step 3: Heat the 4 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or pan until hot and shimmering, watching continuously. The source gives about 3–4 minutes as a guide; do not let the oil smoke.

   Heat oil while watching · 4 minUses 4 tbsp vegetable oil

4. 4

   Step 4: Turn off the stove and immediately pour over the chopped ingredients.

   Uses salted chopped sambal vegetables · hot oil

5. 5

   Step 5: Pour the lime juice. Mix well and serve with fried/grilled dishes.

   Uses hot-oil-dressed sambal · Juice of ½ lime