Hot, Hot Chilie Paste ( Sambal ) - Indonesian Sauce

Submitted by reya doucette

"I am searching for the perfect hot chilli sauce smooth as a paste. So far I found this one on the net by Larry Haftl. Sambal is to Indonesian cuisine what salsa is to Mexican cooking: a fiery hot condiment serves at every meal."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 4 oz
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup dried Thai chiles or 1 cup habanero pepper
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 small onion
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt

directions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine chilies, garlic, onion, sugar, lemon juice, water, and salt; whirl until onions are finely minced.
2. Pour mixture into 1 to 2 quart pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced to about 1/2 cup (about 10 minutes).
3. Serve at room temperature.