Grandmas Sambal Udang Prawn Sambal Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Clean and devein the prawns, leaving the tails intact.
• STEP 2.Blend the chili peppers, onions, and garlic into a smooth paste.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and sauté the paste until fragrant.
• STEP 4.Add in the prawns and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through.
• STEP 5.Season with salt, sugar, and tamarind paste for a balance of flavors.
• STEP 6.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking Tips

• For a spicier sambal, add more chili peppers or include some bird's eye chili.
• To enhance the flavor, you can add a tablespoon of shrimp paste (belacan) to the sambal paste.
• If you prefer a milder version, remove the seeds from the chili peppers before blending.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover sambal udang can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the sambal udang in a pan or microwave before serving.
• Serve the prawn sambal as a main dish with steamed rice or as a side dish with other Malaysian dishes.