Bechef Sambal Oelek Infused Culinary Creations: 5 Spicy Recipes to Excite Your Palate!

Discover Bechef's Sambal Oelek: your gateway to a world of bold flavors! These five recipes showcase the versatility of this fiery chili paste. Elevate dishes with its intense heat in shrimp stir-fries, tangy chicken wings, flavorful tofu stir-fries, zesty mayo dips, and succulent glazed salmon. From the novice to the spice enthusiast, these recipes offer an adventure in taste. Bechef's Sambal Oelek infuses every dish with a spicy kick, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary culinary experiences. Get ready to excite your palate and explore the endless possibilities this exceptional sauce brings to your kitchen!

1. Sambal Oelek Shrimp Stir-Fry:                                                                  Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup snow peas
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine sambal oelek, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add shrimp and marinate for 15-20 minutes.

2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink.

3. Add sliced bell pepper and snow peas to the pan. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.

4. Serve the stir-fried shrimp and vegetables over cooked rice.

5. Sambal Oelek Chicken Wings: Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1/4 cup sambal oelek
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, mix sambal oelek, honey, soy sauce, and melted butter.

3. Toss the chicken wings in the sauce mixture until evenly coated.

4. Place the wings on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wings are cooked through and crispy.

5. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

6. Sambal Oelek Tofu Stir-Fry: Ingredients:

• 1 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed
• 3 tablespoons sambal oelek
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• Cooked noodles or rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine sambal oelek, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. Add cubed tofu and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.

2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated tofu and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until lightly browned.

3. Add sliced bell pepper and broccoli florets to the pan. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.

4. Serve the stir-fried tofu and vegetables over cooked noodles or rice.

5. Sambal Oelek Mayo Dip: Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sambal oelek
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sambal oelek, and lime juice until well combined.

2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Serve the spicy mayo dip with fries, chicken tenders, or as a dipping sauce for vegetables.

4. Sambal Oelek Glazed Salmon: Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 3 tablespoons sambal oelek
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix sambal oelek, honey, soy sauce, and olive oil.
3. Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly.
4. Place the salmon on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Garnish with lime wedges before serving.

These recipes showcase the versatility of sambal oelek sauce in creating delicious and flavorful dishes. Adjust the amount of sambal oelek according to your preferred level of spiciness. Enjoy cooking!