Sambal is a spicy sauce or paste native to Indonesia, which can be served with many dishes. It is a staple of Indonesian cuisine, traditionally made with a mortar and pestle, and commonly flavored with ingredients like chilis, shrimp paste, garlic, lime juice, and vinegar. It is the perfect complement to fried fish or chicken, raw vegetables, and noodle dishes.
The Six Senses in Uluwatu, Bali shared with us their favorite sambal recipes. Sambal can be served cooked or raw – either way, your tongue will burn and your heart will sing. Store these in a jar in the fridge and serve with anything and everything. Even the simplest grilled chicken recipes will take on the flavors of Bali with sambal (all that’s missing are the cliff-top ocean views).
