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Malaysian Sambal Making is a spicy, umami‑rich condiment produced by fermenting shrimp paste and sautéing chilies with aromatics.
Origin: Malay people (pre‑colonial to modern) — Malay archipelago
See full technique reference →The process relies on microbial fermentation of shrimp paste to generate glutamic acid and peptides, while sautéing at 160–180 °C releases capsaicin and allicin. Acidification to pH 3.5–4.0 inhibits pathogens and preserves the sauce for weeks.
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Fermentation of shrimp paste and thermal sautéing of chilies and aromatics
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