Sambal belimbing hitam is also one of the famous foods in the state of Pahang. This black sauce is quite unique and can only be found around Jerantut, Kuala Lipis and Raub. In addition to being used as a flavoring in food, bamboo starfish can also be made into sambal, known as sambal hitam among its fans, and it is good to eat with white rice, glutinous rice, pancakes and the like. The main ingredients in the production of solid black chili are bamboo starfish and anchovies. The manufacturing process can be said to be time-consuming and quite complicated, therefore the price sold in the local market now may be a little expensive.
The delicious sambal hitam attracts fans from outside to come to this district just to enjoy their favorite special sambal. The traditional food of the state of Pahang, has become the identity of these three districts. It is because it has its own special features, adding to anyone’s appetite. Many people think that only those who are skilled are able to produce this sambal hitam.
Bamboo Starfish As The Main Ingredient In Sambal Hitam
If recalled in the past, the elderly said that sambal hitam is a food that can last a long time because everyone knows that in those days there was no refrigerator for them to store their food and cooking. So, bamboo starfish is boiled with salt until it turns brown to preserve it so that it is easy to store in a container like pickles. The basic material is from bamboo starfish. This material will then be simmered on fire until the water dries up. When the simmering technique and the right way of storage, it is not impossible that this bamboo starfish can last for quite a long time.
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Article written by Nurul Humaira’ Hasan.
