Sambal Terung (Malaysian Roasted Eggplant with Chile Sauce)

Sambal Terung is a popular Malaysian dish known for its spicy and tangy flavors. It is often enjoyed with other traditional Malaysian dishes.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Sambal Terung (Malaysian Roasted Eggplant with Chile Sauce)

Cooking Method: Roasting, Stir-frying Cuisine: Malaysian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 720

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Eggplant
• 5 piece Red Chili
• 4 piece Shallots
• 3 clove Garlic
• 2 teaspoon Tamarind Paste
• 2 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Cut the eggplant into halves lengthwise and score the flesh diagonally. Brush with oil and roast for 20 minutes.
2. In a blender, blend red chili, shallots, garlic, tamarind paste, sugar, and salt until smooth.
3. Heat oil in a pan and stir-fry the blended chili paste until fragrant.
4. Add the roasted eggplant and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Serve hot with steamed rice or as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 8g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.