sambal: Meaning and Definition of

sam•bal

Pronunciation: (säm'bäl), [key]
— n.
  1. a condiment or side dish of Indonesia, Malaysia, and southern India, made with any of various ingredients, as vegetables, fish, or coconut, usually seasoned with chili peppers and spices and served with rice and curries.
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