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Sambal oelek

A ceramic bowl with sambal oelek.

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The image shows a ceramic bowl with sambal oelek paste. Sambal oelek is a fiery, tangy chili paste that originated in Indonesia. It's a simple blend of fresh red cayenne chiles, salt, a little sugar, and vinegar. The term "sambal" in Indonesian cuisine refers to a chile-based condiment sauce, and there are countless variations. "Oelek" refers to the traditional method of preparation, which involves pounding the chiles in a mortar.

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