Sambal oelek is awesome. But if you ever see sambal bajak you need to try it. It’s got garlic in it as well and is really well rounded. My favorite.
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The name alone makes me want some. What’s the origins?
My grandfather was Indonesian and put it on everything. I haven’t been able to find it in the Asian stores recently but I’ve made my own and it’s easy. Here’s the recipe:
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Damn, I love south Asian food.
And another recipe I found. Haven’t used this one yet.
https://recipesindonesia.com/indonesian-sambal-recipes/sambal-bajak-eastern-java-style/
Woah! Those first few ingredients. 🥵
Yea… Indo food is no joke
Do you guys know the history of ketchup, and that it was originally from Indonesia and wasn’t made with tomatoes?
Bananas?
Yes - it was a syrupy, tangy condiment made of tropical fruits and fish sauces. European traders ruined everything!
That’s the exact thing somebody after having a joint would start talking about😆 Daniel👀👀