Sambal Matah Bee Hoon
If you’re looking for a quick meal that delivers big flavour, this Sambal Matah Bee Hoon recipe is the perfect answer. Light rice vermicelli noodles are tossed with aromatic Sambal Matah, then served with egg and fluffy rice for a comforting, satisfying plate.
Sambal matah is a traditional Balinese sambal known for its fresh, vibrant ingredients. Made with sliced shallots, chillies, lemongrass, and lime, it brings brightness, heat, and fragrance to any dish. In this recipe, it transforms simple bee hoon into something deeply flavourful yet incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Bee Hoon
- 150g bee hoon (rice vermicelli)
- 2 tbsp sambal matah
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- salt to taste
For Serving
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 bowl steamed rice
- extra sambal matah (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Bee Hoon
Soak the bee hoon in warm water for about 5–7 minutes until soft. Drain and set aside.
2. Fry the Aromatics
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and minced garlic, then sauté until fragrant and slightly golden.
3. Add the Sambal Matah
Add the sambal matah to the pan and stir for about 30 seconds. The heat will release the fragrance of the chillies, shallots, and lemongrass.
4. Cook the Bee Hoon
Add the softened bee hoon into the pan. Toss well to coat the noodles with the sambal and aromatics.
Add soy sauce and season lightly with salt if needed. Stir-fry for another 1–2 minutes until everything is well combined.
5. Plate the Dish
Serve the sambal matah bee hoon with hard-boiled eggs and a bowl of steamed rice. Add an extra spoon of sambal matah on top for even more flavour.
Tips for the Best Sambal Matah Bee Hoon
- Don't overcook the sambal. Sambal matah is best when its fresh ingredients remain fragrant and vibrant.
- Add protein if you like. Grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu work beautifully with the noodles.
- Adjust the spice level. Add more sambal if you enjoy a stronger kick.
Why This Dish Works
The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity. Bee hoon absorbs the aromatic oil from the sambal matah, while the egg adds richness and balance. The result is a dish that feels both comforting and exciting — perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or even a late-night meal.
Make It Even Easier
For a quicker version, you can simply toss cooked bee hoon with ready-made Sambal Matah and sautéed onions. A good sambal instantly elevates simple pantry ingredients into a flavourful meal.
🌶 Spicy, fragrant, and deeply satisfying — Sambal Matah Bee Hoon proves that great food doesn’t need complicated ingredients.