Sambal Tumis Udang
Recipe Courtesy of Asian Food Network

Sambal Tumis Udang

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Spicy sauteed shrimp that packs a punch, deliciously finger licking good!
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  • Difficulty:  Medium
  • Preparation: 5 min
  • Cook: 25 min
  • Clean up: min
  • Steps:  4 steps
  • 11 Ingredients
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Steps:  4 steps
  • 11 Ingredients
  • Preparation: 5 min
  • Cook: 25 min
  • Clean up: min

Instructions

1. Blend rempah (spice paste)

  • In a blender, blend dried chilli, shallots and garlic until smooth. Add enough vegetable oil to help you achieve a smooth consistency.

  • In a pan on medium heat, fry rempah until fragrant. Transfer paste into a pot.


2. Fry rempah

  • In a pan on medium heat, fry rempah until fragrant. Transfer paste into a pot.


3. Make sambal paste

  • In a jug, mix tamarind paste with 1 L water and mix well. Pour tamarind mixture into the pot with the spice paste and let it boil.

  • Season to taste with 3 tbsp salt and 4 tbsp sugar. Simmer on medium-low heat for 15 minutes or until it is reduced to a thick paste. Set aside.


4. Fry prawns

  • In a bowl, add tiger prawns and turmeric powder. Toss well.

| You may use any type of prawns for this recipe

  • In a pan on medium-high heat, heat up 2 tbsp vegetable oil and fry prawns for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until prawns are fully cooked.

  • Add all of the sambal paste into the pan.

  • Mix well and let it cook for 2 minutes.


Garnish and Serve!

Garnish with chopped spring onion and serve.

Sambal Tumis Udang: Classic Indonesian Prawn Dish for your Family