Malay Onion Sambal

Name: Malay Onion Sambal
Ingredients: 3 medium onions, quartered lengthwise and very thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 1/4 cup cider vinegar; 2 1/2 tablespoons strained apricot jam; 2 1/2 tablespoons minced mint, cilantro or a mix of both; 1 medium-hot fresh red chile, seeded and minced

6 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

3 medium onions, quartered lengthwise and very thinly sliced
3 tablespoons kosher salt
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons strained apricot jam
2 1/2 tablespoons minced mint, cilantro or a mix of both
1 medium-hot fresh red chile, seeded and minced

Directions

1

Set a colander in the sink.
2

Add the onions and salt; rub the salt into the onions and squeeze them gently for a few minutes.
3

Rinse the onions thoroughly under cold running water, then drain well and pat dry.
4

In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and apricot jam.
5

Stir in the onions and mint.
6

Add the chile and serve.