Traditional meals

Authentic Jaffna Chilli Sambol & Curry Base

Name: Authentic Jaffna Chilli Sambol & Curry Base
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Sivapathy Chilli Powder Mix; 1 large red onion, finely sliced; 2 cloves garlic and 1 inch ginger, crushed; 1 sprig curry leaves and 2 slit green chillies; 3 tbsp coconut oil or sesame oil; Tamarind extract and salt to taste

Sivapathy Chilli Powder Mix provides the signature heat, color, and roasted spice notes essential for authentic Jaffna meat curries and traditional sambols.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Serves: 4 servings
Level: Medium

Made with:Chilli Powder Mix

Ingredients

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2 tbsp Sivapathy Chilli Powder Mix
1 large red onion, finely sliced
2 cloves garlic and 1 inch ginger, crushed
1 sprig curry leaves and 2 slit green chillies
3 tbsp coconut oil or sesame oil
Tamarind extract and salt to taste

Method

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Tips & notes

Always add the chilli powder mix on low heat to prevent burning.
This base can be prepared in batch and refrigerated for up to a week.