Spicy and Savory Crispy Eel with Sambal Recipe

Crispy eel with sambal is a delicious dish that combines the savory taste of eel with a spicy sambal sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with warm rice and is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Here’s a simple yet flavorful recipe for making crispy eel with sambal at home.

Ingredients:

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Main Ingredients:

• 500 grams of fresh eel
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 100 grams all-purpose seasoned flour
• Cooking oil as needed

Sambal Ingredients:

• 10 red bird’s eye chilies (adjust to taste)
• 5 large red chilies
• 4 cloves garlic
• 3 shallots
• 1 ripe red tomato
• 1 teaspoon grated palm sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon flavor enhancer (optional)
• 2 tablespoons hot oil

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Instructions:

1. Preparing the Eel:

1. Clean the eel by removing the innards and slime. Rinse thoroughly, then coat with lime juice and salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes to remove any fishy smell.
2. Rinse the eel again and cut into desired pieces.
3. Coat the eel pieces evenly with seasoned flour.
4. Heat oil in a pan and deep-fry the eel until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain excess oil.

2. Making the Sambal:

1. Heat a small amount of oil and sauté shallots, garlic, bird’s eye chilies, large red chilies, and tomatoes until softened.
2. Remove from heat and grind the sautéed ingredients with palm sugar, salt, and flavor enhancer using a mortar and pestle until coarsely blended.
3. Pour two tablespoons of hot oil over the sambal to enhance its aroma and flavor.

3. Combining the Eel with Sambal:

1. Place the crispy eel on top of the sambal in the mortar.
2. Lightly crush the eel using the pestle to allow it to absorb the sambal flavors.
3. Mix well to ensure the eel is evenly coated with the spicy sambal.

Serving:

Serve the spicy crispy eel with warm rice, fresh vegetables, and crispy crackers for an extra crunch. Enjoy the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and crispy textures in every bite!

Tips:

• Use fresh eel for the best taste and texture.
• Adjust the number of chilies to your spice preference.
• Add a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing tangy twist.

Enjoy making this dish and let it become a family favorite!