This is just one of the many “little dishes” Malaysians serve with their food. Though I liked the gentle flavors in this, I missed the spicy fire-in-your-mouth quality of other sambal. The marinated shallots do give it some bite.
1/4 cup thinly-sliced shallots, marinated in 1/4 cup lime juice while you prepare the rest of the dish
1 pound squid, cleaned, tubes sliced open and scored diamond-fashion
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
salt to taste
Combine squid and turmeric in a bowl. Let stand 15 minutes. Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high …read more