Sambal Ulek (the basic sambal)

Sambal Ulek (the basic sambal).Photo / Supplied

20 lomboks (large red chillies)
2 tsp salt

Slit the lomboks open lengthwise. Leave the seeds in if you want it very hot, or rinse them out if not. Finely chop the flesh. Using a pestle and mortar, pound the lombok and salt together until smooth.