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Lost in the Sauce - Amma’s Malaysian Sambal Reviews
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Amma’s Malaysian Sambal is a cherished family recipe from founder Karthy’s mom, Siva- created to preserve her legacy and share the joy of gathering around good food. Born from their Toronto food pop-up Bungkus (Malay for “takeout”), this sambal became a customer favourite, and now it’s jarred for everyone to enjoy.

Made with fresh and dried chilies, garlic, and shallots, this vegan, gluten-free, and all-natural sambal delivers bold Southeast Asian flavour without preservatives or shrimp paste. It's versatile - use it to cook, marinade, dip, or spread - and stands apart from mass-market versions like sambal oelek with its rich taste and clean ingredients.

Made in Ontario. 8/10 heat. 10/10 flavour.
Shake well and refrigerate after opening.

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    August 29, 2025

    Bold taste

    I really enjoyed having the Amma’s Malaysian Sambal sauce. It has a bold taste of southeast Asian flavor. I love the fact that it is versatile because you can use it to cook, marinade, dip, or spread. I used it as dip for my chicken and it tasted so good. Has a spicy tingly taste/acabar taste.

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    August 27, 2025

    As spicy as they say!

    Loved adding this to my breakfast! I’ve been looking for a way to add a little more flavour in the morning and this definitely hit the spot! I’m always skeptical when I see spice ratings but I was pleasantly surprised to see this was definitely an 8/10 ! Absolutely recommend if you’re looking for some extra spice on any dish!

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    August 18, 2025

    So flavourful with a great kick

    I absolutely love this sauce. I was not expecting it to be as spicy as it was, but the flavour is amazing! Very tasty! I dipped my avocado in it and I cannot wait to use it to marinate chicken.

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    August 15, 2025

    A Taste of Home: Amma’s Malaysian Sambal Review

    As we say in Indonesia, eating without sambal is like eating without salt — it just feels incomplete.

    That’s why I was so excited to receive this Amma’s Malaysian Sambal from Butterly in exchange for an honest review. As someone who grew up with sambal on the table, I couldn’t wait to give this a try.

    For this meal, I paired Indonesian yellow spiced chicken with rice, lalapan (fresh veggies), and sambal. It’s a typical combo in many Indonesian homes. We usually enjoy it with sayur asem (tamarind soup) too, though I skipped it this time.

    I used Amma’s Malaysian Sambal as a dip, and it instantly reminded me of the sambals I grew up with. The texture is thick, and the heat is just right. Bold, balanced, and comforting. My husband liked it too. He’s not picky with sambal, but he knows when one stands out.

    Made with fresh and dried chilies, garlic, and shallots, this sambal is vegan, gluten free, and all natural. There are no preservatives or shrimp paste. Just bold Southeast Asian flavor. It’s also a local product, proudly made in Ontario, Canada.

    Compared to store bought sambal oelek, this one tastes fresher and more balanced. I also prefer the texture. It’s thicker and richer, not watery like most commercial versions.

    While I enjoyed it here as a dip, it honestly goes well with anything — nasi goreng (fried rice), stir fries, balado, marinades, or even as a spread.

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    August 14, 2025

    My new favorite sambal!

    *I received this complimentary for review purposes. I love sambal and fell in love with the fresh flavours when I visited Indonesia a few years ago. Since coming back to Canada, the mainstream brand you can find at the grocery store does not satisfy that spicy craving anymore. When I discovered this sambal, I was surprised at how fresh the ingredients tasted. There is a spicy yet floral taste to this sambal, making it perfect for any bowl or as a dressing for salads. I checked their website and though this is on the pricier side (about $14 per jar), I'd be willing to splurge on this once a year!

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    August 12, 2025

    It's so good!

    Honestly I didn't know what is sambal before and as soon as tried it, I loved it! Loved the spicy,tangy balance flavor of this condiment and I am adding in all my dishes. Absoultely delicious it is!

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    August 11, 2025

    Woooo spicy!

    Wooo this sauce has go some kick to it! I've had sambal sauces in the past but this is nothing like the ones I've had! I love the texture of this sauce. It's also cool that there is no shrimp paste in this one, makes it stand out from the other brands even more! It was a taaaad spicy on it's own for my son but i mixed it with mayo for him and added honey to balance out the heat and he loved it on his chicken! I'll definitely be buying this again as it's now become a staple pantry item for our family!

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    August 07, 2025

    I’ve already finished half a bottle in a week

    I’m obsessed and already eaten half a jar of this litssauce Amma’s Malaysian Sambal. It’s great on veg, meat, topping eggs, rice. This chilli sauce is amazing blend of heat and I’ve been adding it to everything I’ve been cooking the past couple of weeks. FYI this is vegan, most Sambal is made with shrimp paste and this doesn’t have any and it’s favourful as heck and perspective free (I get migraines with any preservatives)
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    I got this free but I’m definitely getting more because this hot sauce is fantastic and I’ll be finished the jar by next week 🤣.

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    August 04, 2025

    A Bold, Flavour-Rich Sambal That Elevates Every Me

    This sambal is packed with flavour — not just heat. You can really taste the lemongrass and mango, and it adds so much depth to even the simplest dishes. It’s now a go-to in my kitchen!

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    August 04, 2025

    Versatile product

    This sauce surprised me so much! I loved the flavour, the texture, the spice and of course the versatility as it can be used in pasta, rice, as a base for soups, marinades and even for dips. So you do get your money's worth and an amazing product.

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