Sambal Matah Cooking Class in Ubud — Learn Bali’s Raw Chili Relish

Sambal matah is Bali’s famous raw sambal — shallots, bird’s-eye chili, lemongrass, and coconut oil. At Tumang Bali Cooking Class in Ubud you make it from scratch as part of a full 10+ dish menu.

By Made Ayu · 2026-08-31

Fresh sambal matah prepared in a Balinese cooking class near Ubud

A sambal matah cooking class in Ubudat Tumang Bali teaches you Bali's iconic raw chili relish the village way: paper-thin shallots, bird's-eye chili, lemongrass, lime leaves, and sizzling coconut oil. You make it yourself — then eat it with the feast you cooked.

What is sambal matah?

Sambal matah means "raw sambal." Unlike cooked Javanese sambals, it stays bright and aromatic. It pairs with grilled fish, sate lilit, rice, and tempeh. Practice at home with our sambal matah recipe after class.

How we teach it at Tumang

Knife skills — even slices so flavours bloom evenly
Balancing heat, salt, and citrus
Hot oil finish for fragrance
Vegetarian / vegan adaptation without terasi (shrimp paste)
Pairing with dishes from the same class menu

More than one sambal

Sambal matah is a highlight, but the class also covers spice paste, sate, pepes, and dessert. See the full Tumang Bali experience and lemongrass cooking class guides.

Book and learn sambal matah in Ubud

Shared class IDR 444,950 · Free pickup · Recipe booklet included. Book Tumang Bali or reserve online.

Frequently asked questions

Can I learn sambal matah in an Ubud cooking class?

Yes. At Tumang Bali every guest makes sambal matah by hand — slicing shallots, chili, and lemongrass, then finishing with hot coconut oil. It is part of the standard shared class menu.

Is sambal matah very spicy?

It can be. We adjust chili heat for your group — milder for kids and spice-sensitive guests, hotter for chilli lovers. Vegetarian and vegan versions omit shrimp paste.

Do I get the sambal matah recipe to take home?

Yes. Every guest receives a printed recipe booklet covering sambal matah and the full menu you cooked that day.

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Pair your cooking class

After (or before) Tumang Bali, add an outdoor program the same day — ATV, jungle swing, rice-field cycling, or Ayung rafting.