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Indonesia has 17,508 island - only 6,000 of which are inhabited? With so many islands and surrounding oceans, it is no wonder that seafood consumption is high in the country. Among the most popular seafoods is shrimp. It is used in many dishes, prepared in so many ways, loved by Indonesians for its sweet, succulent flavors. Sambal goreng - literally means "fried chili" - is a favorite of many. I remember eating this dish in my grandmother's house. She often used shrimp, sometimes she also use beef or eggs. It is a dish where one can be creative, variations of the dish might also include candlenut, dried shrimps, lime leaves, and other other ingredients. Many households have a recipe passed down from a generation to the next. There are recognized regional variations as well. All are delicious, mouth-watering, and addicting. And many are easy to prepare. Yum!
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